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1947 — Jackie Robinson named rookie of the year by the Sporting news. 1984 — Reggie Jackson became the 13th player to hit 500 home runs. the milestone shot came off Kansas city pitcher bud black.
His homer came exactly 17 years after his first career hit. 2004 — San Francisco's Barry bonds hit the 700th home run of his career, joining babe Ruth (714) and Hank Aaron (755) as the only players to reach the milestone. bonds connected in the third inning at home, a 392-foot solo shot to left-center.
San Francisco beat San Diego 4-1. Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!.
