Name: George Herman Ruth
Born: February 6, 1895 (Baltimore, Maryland)
Died: August 16, 1948 (New York, New York)
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 215 lbs.
Batted: Left
Threw: Left
Position: Outfield, Pitcher
Career Highlights
Began his career as a left-handed pitcher with the Boston Red Sox in 1914, compiling a 78-40 record
Converted to a hitter in 1919 because of his great hitting ability
During the 1919 season, he set a new home run record (29) and led the league in runs, RBI's, a...
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