One last swing, one last answer, and no room left for debate.
On July 20, 1976, Hank Aaron homered for the 755th and final time, helping the Brewers beat the Angels 6–2. After the game, reporters pressed him on whether retirement was truly final, probing for any scenario that might change his mind. Aaron didn’t hesitate, closing the door as definitively as he ever closed out a pitcher.
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