• This Moment in Sports History for 07-11-2024

  • Jul 11 2024
  • Length: 2 mins
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This Moment in Sports History for 07-11-2024

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  • On July 11, 1914, one of the most iconic and influential sports figures of all time, George Herman "Babe" Ruth Jr., made his Major League Baseball debut with the Boston Red Sox. The 19-year-old left-handed pitcher took the mound against the Cleveland Naps (now the Guardians) at Fenway Park.

    Ruth pitched seven innings, allowing three runs (two earned) on eight hits, walking one, and striking out one. Despite his efforts, the Red Sox lost the game 4-3. However, this day marked the beginning of a legendary career that would revolutionize the sport of baseball.

    Babe Ruth went on to become one of the greatest players in MLB history, known for his incredible batting prowess and larger-than-life personality. He helped lead the Red Sox to three World Series championships (1915, 1916, and 1918) before being infamously traded to the New York Yankees in 1920.

    As a Yankee, Ruth's career skyrocketed, and he became the face of baseball. He set numerous records, including hitting 60 home runs in a single season (1927) and 714 home runs in his career, a record that stood for decades until Hank Aaron surpassed it in 1974.

    Ruth's influence extended beyond the baseball diamond. He became a cultural icon, and his name became synonymous with greatness and success. His charisma and popularity helped boost the sport's appeal and cemented his status as one of the most significant figures in sports history.

    The debut of Babe Ruth on July 11, 1914, may not have been a spectacular performance, but it set the stage for a career that would forever change the landscape of baseball and sports in general.
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