Babe Ruth also spent the first 25% of his career as a pitcher and didn't play everyday. And he wasn't an ordinary pitcher either. He would have made the Hall of Fame if he'd remained a pitcher.
If they asterisked Aaron like they did Roger Maris, he would have had his home run total reduced by at least 20%. Still Hall of Fame numbers to be sure, but no record.
Aaron was a good ball player. He’s evidently also a racist moron, so I’m done with the guy.
He had his moment in the sun. He should have let that sun set and been content with reaching a goal that few others have reached.
But... it is what it is, right...