Babe Ruth B&W  8x10 Taking Batting Practice as a member of the Boston Red Sox. Photo is printed professionally and is perfect for framing. 

Babe Ruth, the legendary baseball player, left an indelible mark on the sport and became an iconic figure in American history. Known for his unparalleled skills, larger-than-life personality, and numerous records, Ruth revolutionized the game and became a household name.

Born on February 6, 1895, in Baltimore, Maryland, George Herman "Babe" Ruth Jr. began his professional baseball career as a pitcher with the Boston Red Sox in 1914. However, it was his transition to a power-hitting outfielder with the New York Yankees that would shape his legacy.

Ruth's extraordinary hitting prowess was unmatched during his era. His ability to hit towering home runs was awe-inspiring and captivated fans across the nation. In his career, Ruth set numerous records, including the single-season home run record of 60 in 1927, a record that stood for 34 years.

Beyond his prodigious power, Ruth's impact on the game extended beyond the field. His charismatic personality, engaging smile, and larger-than-life persona made him a beloved figure both on and off the field. He helped popularize baseball as America's favorite pastime and became an ambassador for the sport.

Babe Ruth's legacy endures to this day. His career statistics are a testament to his greatness: a .342 batting average, 714 home runs, and 2,213 runs batted in (RBIs). His impact on the game earned him a place in the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936, as one of the inaugural inductees.

Sources:

1. "Babe Ruth." Baseball Reference, www.baseball-reference.com/players/r/ruthba01.shtml
2. "Babe Ruth." National Baseball Hall of Fame, www.baseballhall.org/hall-of-famers/ruth-babe

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