Hank Aaron’s 715th Homerun

Did you know this about Hank Aaron?

While Aaron is famously known for breaking Babe Ruth’s home run record, his 715th home run was hit off Al Downing of the Los Angeles Dodgers on April 8, 1974.

The ball was caught by Braves relief pitcher Tom House in the bullpen.

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