Barry Bonds' 756th Home Run

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Barry Bonds' 756th home run was a historic moment in baseball, occurring on August 7, 2007, at AT&T Park in San Francisco. This milestone marked the end of Hank Aaron's 33-year reign as the all-time home run leader. Bonds achieved this feat by hitting a full-count, 84 mph pitch from Washington Nationals' pitcher Mike Bacsik. The ball sailed over the fence, securing his place as the new home run king. This event was witnessed by a packed stadium, with a mix of celebrations and controversy surrounding his career. The home run was part of a trajectory that had Bonds reach a maximum height of about 92 feet and travel a horizontal distance of approximately 442 feet if it hadn't been caught or hit something. The ball landed in the stands, where it was caught by a fan. Despite the achievement, Bonds' career was marred by steroid allegations, which continue to impact his legacy. Nonetheless, his record-breaking home run remains a significant moment in baseball history, marking a new era in the sport's ongoing pursuit of excellence.