Born: February 6, 1895 in Baltimore, MD
Died: August 16, 1948 in New York, NY
Number retired in 1948.
Babe Ruth was baseball's greatest slugger and the most colorful
figure in the game's history. Debuted as a pitcher for the Boston
Red Sox, winning 89 games over six seasons before being converted
to the outfield because of his tremendous power. Was sold to the
Yankees for $120,000 in 1920 and his 54 home runs that year were
more than any other American League team. Enroute to 714 career
home runs, won 12 home run titles, hitting 60 in 1927. Added 15
home runs in World Series competition as he led the Yankees to
seven Series appearances and four World titles. A member of the
inaugural class of Hall of Fame inductees in 1936.
Remember to bring a pen/pencil as cache only contains a log. As
always, please use stealth and rehide as found. Don't forget the
clue.
