DONE DEAL: Hank Aaron secures an unprecedented deal with Atlanta, setting a new record in contract negotiations……..

The Atlanta Braves’ franchise history unfolds with notable events and milestones spanning across decades.

In 1972, baseball legend Hank Aaron made history by signing a groundbreaking contract with the Atlanta Braves, securing a salary of $200,000 per year for three years.

Delving into MLB’s broader history, significant events mark various years. In 1888, Cincinnati Red Stockings catcher Kid Baldwin created a stir during a spring training game in New Orleans by striking an umpire during a heated argument, narrowly avoiding arrest.

In 1940, the First National Bank of Chicago attempted to push for the sale of the White Sox, owned by the late J. Louis Comiskey’s heirs. However, a judge intervened, ruling that Mrs. Grace Comiskey could retain ownership of the club for her 14-year-old son, Charlies II, until he reached the age of 35.

Further highlights include the 1956 sale of the Cleveland Indians to a consortium that included Hank Greenberg, the team’s current general manager and former player, for just under $4 million. In 2000, former manager Sparky Anderson, along with Bid McPhee and Norman Stearnes, earned induction into the Hall of Fame courtesy of the Veterans Committee.

In 2008, the BALCO case took a significant turn when a judge decreed that Barry Bonds’ testimony should be made public. Four years later, in 2012, Pirates pitcher A.J. Burnett endured a fractured eye socket during a bunting drill, requiring surgery and sidelining him until April 21st.

In 2016, infielder Juan Uribe penned a one-year, $4 million deal with Cleveland, marking a pivotal moment in his career trajectory. These events encapsulate the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the evolution and enduring legacy of America’s favorite pastime.