The Shot Heard ‘Round Milwaukee: When Henry Aaron won the pennant
Hank Aaron’s pennant-winning home run is largely forgotten.
September 19, 2022
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Hank Aaron’s pennant-winning home run is largely forgotten.
Henry Aaron gave most of the memorabilia from his playing career to the Baseball Hall of Fame, but he held on to a few items. The things he saved are telling.
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