In the 1932 World Series at Wrigley Field, Babe Ruth raised his arm—pointing toward center field—and then struck a home run in the very direction he indicated. Whether that motion was intentional remains debated, but the moment has become the embodiment of Ruth’s flair and baseball mythology. It forever cemented his legacy as a larger-than-life figure, blending showmanship with athletic dominance.
Cal Ripken Jr. Becomes Iron Man, Breaks Gehrig’s Record
On September 6, 1995, Cal Ripken Jr. surpassed Lou Gehrig’s historic record of 2,130 consecutive games played—an emblem of toughness...
