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The Atlanta Braves have resisted a name change, but honoring Aaron could change that
A number of people are calling for the Braves to change their nickname to the Hammers to honor the former home run king.
By Matt BonesteelThe Washington Post
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The Atlanta Braves nickname has been under scrutiny for years. With the passing of Hank Aaron on Friday, there have been calls for the team to change its name to honor the one-time home run king.
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In July, the Atlanta Braves announced they had no plans to follow the lead of the Washington NFL franchise, which had dropped a nickname many considered to be a racial slur.