George Herman Ruth Jr., also known as Babe Ruth, is widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Born on February 6, 1895, in Baltimore, Maryland, Ruth began his baseball career as a left-handed pitcher for the Boston Red Sox in 1914. He quickly became a star player, helping the Red Sox win three World Series championships between 1915 and 1919.
In 1920, Ruth was sold to the New York Yankees, where he would go on to lead the team to seven American League pennants and four World Series titles between 1921 and 1932. During his time with the Yankees, Ruth became known for his powerful hitting, setting numerous records for home runs, including the single-season record of 60 home runs in 1927.
Ruth's impressive career statistics include 714 home runs, 2,217 runs batted in (RBIs),and a.342 batting average. He also won 94 games as a pitcher and was a key member of the Yankees' pitching staff during the early 1920s.
In addition to his impressive on-field accomplishments, Ruth was also known for his larger-than-life personality and charisma. He was a beloved figure in New York City, and his death in 1948 was met with widespread mourning.
Ruth was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936, and his legacy continues to be celebrated by baseball fans around the world.
