On this day 104 years ago, the greatest player to ever step on to a baseball diamond was born in Baltimore, MD.
The Babe’s records may fall, but nobody will ever surpass him. He was not only the greatest hitter of all time, but one of the greatest pitchers of his time.
We’ve written about the Babe and his contributions before on the Mets Police. I argued for retiring his number, while my colleague argued against it. Whichever way you feel, today honor the Babe the way he would want to be honored – raise a beer or eat a hot dog.
And if you happen to be in the Detroit area on Saturday, please stop by Tom’s Tavern (10093 W 7 Mile Rd – by Washburn) for the 22nd Annual Babe Ruth Birthday Bash. Tell them the Mets fan told you to drop in.
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There is no doubt that the Babe was an all-time great player and honored by baseball he should be. During his time, he basically saved the game and pumped life into it. His ability to pitch and hit is unmatched BUT I have always held that I feel that Willie Mays was the greatest player of all-time. Mays was a true five tool player.