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    Hank Aaron, Baseball's Legendary Slugger, Dies At 86

    "Hammerin' Hank" was 86. He shattered Babe Ruth's home run record in 1974, defying the poverty and racism that threatened to diminish him.
    by Bill Chappell Jan 22, 2021 2 minutes
    Legendary baseball player Hank Aaron has died at the age of 86.

    Updated at 12:15 p.m. ET

    Hank Aaron, seen as a hero for shattering Babe Ruth's home run record and also for his longtime advocacy for civil rights, has died. "Hammerin' Hank" was 86. The Atlanta Braves confirmed his death on Friday.

    "We are absolutely devastated by the passing of our beloved Hank. He was a beacon for our organization first as a.

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