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This Day in Braves History: Hank Aaron slugs first career grand slam

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This Day in Braves History: August 24

1954 - The Braves finally knock out Phillies ace Robin Roberts who is lifted in the seventh inning of a 5-1 loss. Roberts had thrown 13 straight complete games against the Braves over three seasons while posting a 12-1 record.

1957 - Milwaukee defeats the Dodgers 13-7 as Hank Aaron hits the first grand slam of his career. The Dodgers tie a National League record by using eight pitchers in the game.