Babe Ruth

George Herman "Babe" Ruth Jr. was an American professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1914 to 1935. Nicknamed "The Sultan of Swat," he is widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on February 6, 1895, Ruth began his baseball career as a left-handed pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, helping the team win three World Series championships. In 1920, he was traded to the New York Yankees, where he became a dominant force, leading the team to four World Series titles and setting numerous records for home runs. Ruth's impressive career statistics include a.342 batting average, 714 home runs, and 2,217 runs batted in. He was a key figure in popularizing baseball in the 1920s and 1930s, earning him the nickname "The Colossus of Clout." Ruth's larger-than-life personality, charisma, and impressive on-field achievements have made him an enduring American sports icon. He was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936, his first year of eligibility, and has been the subject of numerous books, films, and documentaries. Ruth's legacy continues to inspire and influence generations of baseball fans and players alike.