Most humans are born with two kidneys as the functional components of what is called the renal system, which also includes two ureters, a bladder and a urethra. The kidneys have many functions, including regulating blood pressure, producing red blood cells, activating vitamin D and producing some glucose.
Braves' Andruw Jones hits Petco Park's longest homerun. Andruw Jones hit the longest homer ever at Petco Park, a 453-foot shot that went deep into the second deck in left-centre field, and three other Atlanta Braves connected in an 11-3 rout of the NL West-leading San Diego Padres in July 2006.
M&N - Longest Home Runs Hit at Every Current MLB Stadium. One of our favorite sporting events throughout the year is the MLB Home Run Derby. It's a spectacle where some of the heaviest hitters in the league get to have fun, let loose, and swing for the fences. The Derby has produced some memorable moments through the years from Ken Griffey Jr. hitting one off the warehouse in 1993 to Josh Hamilton hitting 13 straight home runs in 2008.