George Herman Ruth came along at just the right time to save MLB from the "Black Sox Scandal" of 1919. Because of Babe Ruth the distasteful residue of gambling never fully impacted baseball.
Babe's home runs not only revolutionized the way the game was played but they also drew attention away from a devastating grand jury inquiryinto the 1919 World Series. Babe Ruth put people in ballparks all over the country.
When stricken with a genetic cancer, Babe Ruth was a courageous recipient of the first chemotherapy treatment. He was told it could kill him. Babe Ruth said he would do it if it would help to cure others.
He lived his life as freely as anyone and pushed the limits of his talent beyond anything seen in baseball before or since. He stood up for what he thought was unfair and wrong.
For his contributions to our national pastime, his contributions to children all over the world, for his humanitarian works and for his love for his fans everywhere. The love is returned to this day by his fans. Babe Ruth single-handedly saved the game of baseball with his mighty bat, his charismatic personality and his inherent sense of fair play. He wrote the blueprint for the exciting home run!
As an ambassador for the game Babe Ruth made it possible for baseball to become the international game it is today. Babe was not deterred when it was not possible for minorities to participate in Major League Baseball. Babe spoke up on behalf of these fine men. He barnstormed with them and his actions and words on their behalf has not gone unnoticed by baseball historians.
We do want to take #3 off the field, we love to see it. We do not want a game once a year with players wearing #3 on their backs. We would like MLB to honor Babe Ruth and have his #3 hanging in every baseball stadium and park.
Please help us to achieve this tribute for an American icon, George Herman "Babe" Ruth.
Thank You!
Updates
April 4, 2020
I have been reading your stories about how the Bambino inspired your own love for this game. It is clear that his legacy is not just about stats but about the spirit he brought to every single ballpark he entered.
April 4, 2020
Seeing this level of support for the Bambino is truly overwhelming. It brings me back to the stories my grandfather told me about how Babe saved the sport when it was at its lowest point. This momentum proves that his legacy remains just as vital to the fans today as it was all those years ago.
Reached 100 supporters
April 4, 2020
61 Comments
Babe's number should have been the first one if it wasn't for him the game would not have been saved and none of the rest would have followed including number 42....that's where it should end..
I had the pleasure of meeting his Grandaughter, Linda Ruth recently at the " Chiller Theatre " event, and all I can say is, to have inspired such a loving and devoted Granddaughter, the Babe must have been truly a wonderful man !
The greatest baseball player that ever lived. By himself he changed the game, made it an international financial success and drew continued generations of admiring fans to the game he loved. Thank God for Babe Ruth.
This is Mr. Baseball, the man who saved the game. Every ballpark should prominently display his number 3.
Babe Ruth will always be the ultimate American Icon who's done so much for America especially during the Great Depression years. He saved baseball itself twice. His # should be retired because no one has done as much for baseball as he has.
Retire #3! We also need a Babe Ruth day! Honor the greatest player of all time!
Ask anyone anywhere in the world, (or Siri) who was the greatest baseball player who ever lived, and they will say, "Babe Ruth." Retire #3 because there will never be another like Babe!
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George Herman Ruth came along at just the right time to save MLB from the "Black Sox Scandal" of 1919. Because of Babe Ruth the distasteful residue of gambling never fully impacted baseball.
Babe's home runs not only revolutionized the way the game was played but they also drew attention away from a devastating grand jury inquiryinto the 1919 World Series. Babe Ruth put people in ballparks all over the country.
When stricken with a genetic cancer, Babe Ruth was a courageous recipient of the first chemotherapy treatment. He was told it could kill him. Babe Ruth said he would do it if it would help to cure others.
He lived his life as freely as anyone and pushed the limits of his talent beyond anything seen in baseball before or since. He stood up for what he thought was unfair and wrong.
For his contributions to our national pastime, his contributions to children all over the world, for his humanitarian works and for his love for his fans everywhere. The love is returned to this day by his fans. Babe Ruth single-handedly saved the game of baseball with his mighty bat, his charismatic personality and his inherent sense of fair play. He wrote the blueprint for the exciting home run!
As an ambassador for the game Babe Ruth made it possible for baseball to become the international game it is today. Babe was not deterred when it was not possible for minorities to participate in Major League Baseball. Babe spoke up on behalf of these fine men. He barnstormed with them and his actions and words on their behalf has not gone unnoticed by baseball historians.
We do want to take #3 off the field, we love to see it. We do not want a game once a year with players wearing #3 on their backs. We would like MLB to honor Babe Ruth and have his #3 hanging in every baseball stadium and park.
Please help us to achieve this tribute for an American icon, George Herman "Babe" Ruth.
Thank You!
Updates
April 4, 2020
I have been reading your stories about how the Bambino inspired your own love for this game. It is clear that his legacy is not just about stats but about the spirit he brought to every single ballpark he entered.
April 4, 2020
Seeing this level of support for the Bambino is truly overwhelming. It brings me back to the stories my grandfather told me about how Babe saved the sport when it was at its lowest point. This momentum proves that his legacy remains just as vital to the fans today as it was all those years ago.
Reached 100 supporters
April 4, 2020
61 Comments
Babe deserves having #3 retired.. He revolutionized the modern game as we know it... The only real 6 tool player ! They should have 'Babe Ruth Day' in all the parks !
Babe's number should have been the first one if it wasn't for him the game would not have been saved and none of the rest would have followed including number 42....that's where it should end..
I had the pleasure of meeting his Grandaughter, Linda Ruth recently at the " Chiller Theatre " event, and all I can say is, to have inspired such a loving and devoted Granddaughter, the Babe must have been truly a wonderful man !
The greatest baseball player that ever lived. By himself he changed the game, made it an international financial success and drew continued generations of admiring fans to the game he loved. Thank God for Babe Ruth.
This is Mr. Baseball, the man who saved the game. Every ballpark should prominently display his number 3.
Babe Ruth will always be the ultimate American Icon who's done so much for America especially during the Great Depression years. He saved baseball itself twice. His # should be retired because no one has done as much for baseball as he has.
Retire #3! We also need a Babe Ruth day! Honor the greatest player of all time!
Ask anyone anywhere in the world, (or Siri) who was the greatest baseball player who ever lived, and they will say, "Babe Ruth." Retire #3 because there will never be another like Babe!
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Babe deserves having #3 retired.. He revolutionized the modern game as we know it... The only real 6 tool player ! They should have 'Babe Ruth Day' in all the parks !