Babe Ruth Day

On April 27th every year, it is a great time for baseball fans worldwide to honor one of the greatest players.

Babe Ruth is voted as the greatest baseball players of all time. From setting one record to another and receiving much acclaim, Ruth was known by the nicknames 'The Colossus of Clout' and 'The Sultan of Swat.' He was a huge star and an inspiration to many young people, but as a young player he was rebellious and would constantly be in trouble. As a result, he was brought to a Catholic reformatory and orphanage at the age of 7. However, nothing can stop Ruth development because of his talent. He has become one of the greatest baseball players in the history.

History of Babe Ruth Day

His full name is George Herman Ruth. He was born on February 6th, 1895 in Baltimore, Maryland. A baseball star who played as both a pitcher and quarterback, he is best remembered for his hitting ability. He is often referred to as Babe Ruth, but he is also known as "Bambino," "Sultan of Swat," and "Colossus of Clout." On April 27, 1947, he went to Yankee Stadium for Babe Ruth Day.

From the beginning of his life, Babe Ruth wasn't impossible to grow up to be a baseball star. After many troubles, he was sent to a Catholic orphanage and reformatory at the age of 7, where he spent the next 12 years. He was raised by Brother Matthias, who bring him to baseball along with other monks.

Jack Dunn owns the minor league, named Baltimore Orioles. He noticed Ruth when he was 19 years old, Ruth joined the team. At the time he was still considered a minor, so Dunn became his legal guardian and contracted him. Since Ruth was very young, he was jokingly called "Dunn's new babe" by his teammates, leading to him being called Babe Ruth.

At that time, the Orioles were chosen as the feeder team of the Boston Red Sox. Moreover, in short time, Ruth had changed to the major leagues. With Ruth playing as a pitcher, the Boston Red Sox won three championships in five years. In 1919, Boston ran into financial difficulties and gave up Ruth to the New York Yankees for $100,000. It ended up being a good moment for the Yankees, who won four World Series titles over the next fifteen years, with Ruth on the team. Boston, on the other hand, didn't win another World Series until 2004.

Ruth has changed to play outside when he was at the Yankees. A new stadium was built in 1923, and Ruth had a big contribution to their success, it became known as "The House Ruth Built." In 1935, Ruth played as a member of the Boston Braves in his final season. It was a lackluster finish to his career, as he hit just six home runs that year.

In her 22 seasons, Babe Ruth broke many records, and some of which are still kept until now. He has been the leader of the league for twelve years, which is an unprecedented feat before. He also holds the record for the most total pitches in a season, with 457. His average slip count of 0.847 in 1920 was the highest in the league until it was surpassed by Barry Bonds broke in 2001. He hit 714 home runs in his career, the most until his record was broken in 1974 by Hank Aaron. At present, he is third in all-time home runs, and Barry Bonds is the top one. He broke the record for the most runs per year in 1919, knocking out 29 people in the stands. He reached the target of 54 home runs and broke his own record in the following year when he moved to New York. The following year he hit 59 and in 1927 he hit 60, a record maintained until it was broken by Roger Maris in 1961. These achievements show us why he was one of only five players inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The first classroom was built in 1936, just a year after Babe Ruth retired.

Besides being an excellent player, Babe Ruth is also known for her fast-paced lifestyle off the pitch. He loves food, good cigars and wine. He is a promiscuous man who likes to spend his money on things like nice cars. But he was also famous for being very generous and inspiring children to play baseball.

He arrived to Yankee Stadium on April 27th, 1947. Baseball Commissioner Albert "Happy" Chandler Sr. designated the date as Babe Ruth Day, and Ruth and others addressed a crowd of 58,339 fans. Speeches of the day were also broadcast to stadiums across the country. At present, he was diagnosed with throat cancer. Moreover, his voice became lower, hoarser and cannot walk alone.

After Babe Ruth Day, he came and visited Yankee Stadium once a time, on June 13, 1948, for the stadium's 25th anniversary (the stadium was in use until 2008 and after that replaced by the new Yankee Stadium, and to retire his jersey number —No. 3. He died of cancer on August 18, 1948, at the age of 53. His coffin was put at Yankee Stadium and there were nearly 100,000 people coming to pay their respects.

Why Babe Ruth Day is loved

• It's a celebration of determination

With his great talent and best determination, Babe Ruth has become the greatest player in the world. It is a feat that one can achieve in any field with dedication and time.

• It's a celebration of unity

It is undeniable that games have brought people together, and baseball is one of them. Many people rejoiced unceasingly as Ruth won one victory after another. In addition, many people were also bored and regretted when hearing his illness and his death as well. The unity had no change in both types of situations.

• It was a celebration marching on

Babe Ruth's health deteriorated severely after her diagnosis and treatment. However, Ruth still came to celebrate the first Babe Ruth Day. As he was about to give a speech, his body burst into coughing fits, but the fans cheered him on. After cowering, Ruth gave one of the best speeches of her life to 58339 fans watching and memorizing every word he said.

How to celebrate Babe Ruth Day

• Play a game of baseball

There is no better way to honor Babe Ruth than playing baseball, right? In his last speech, Ruth said that baseball is considered as the greatest game in the world. Therefore, let go out and bring your baseball bat and play with your friends.

• Hit some Ruth style

Try some Babe Ruth baseball styles. You'll appreciate the people and mind behind the style that brought the Yankees to the world stage.

• Read on Babe Ruth

The study of men in and out of the field, or the real person is lost in the limelight. For example, while he is a great player, did you know that he is also a great tailor? Yes, Babe Ruth knows how to sew and he is often seen mending all of his collars by hand.