Bonds New Home Run Record Draws Mixed Reaction

July 2024 ยท 1 minute read

RAY SUAREZ:

The historic homer came off Washington Nationals pitcher Mike Bacsik, one of 446 pitchers who've served up homerun balls to Bonds in his 22 major league seasons.

The game was halted while Bonds and the Giants commemorated the moment. Joined by his godfather, hall-of-famer Willie Mays, Bonds basked in the cheers of the home fans at AT&T Park. While on the road, opposing fans have constantly reminded bonds of allegations he used steroids.

A surprise guest saluted Bonds by videotape, Hank Aaron, whose record he broke. The Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves and Brewers slugger held the all-time mark for 33 years. He broke Babe Ruth's record in 1974.

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