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Detroit Tigers News / Sporting News / August 12

Tigers' Tarik Skubal shares narrative-breaking Babe Ruth take

Detroit Tigers SP Tarik Skubal doesn't believe Babe Ruth would have any problems against modern MLB pitchers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Sporting News / August 12

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani chasing Roger Maris, Alex Rodriguez, Babe Ruth for HR record

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is on the verge of passing Roger Maris, and not too far behind Alex Rodriguez and Babe Ruth, for a two-season home run record.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / August 10

Shohei Ohtani Just Joined Babe Ruth and A-Rod on Special List in History

In a battle of World Series hopefuls, the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Toronto Blue Jays 9-1 on Saturday night at Dodger Stadium. Los Angeles moved to 68-49 with the win while Toronto dropped to 68-50 with the loss.

Boston Red Sox News / Fastball on SI / August 6

Garrett Crochet Just Joined Babe Ruth on Elite List in Boston Red Sox History

The Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 6-2 on Tuesday night at Fenway Park, moving to 64-51 on the season. The Red Sox, who haven't made the playoffs

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 26

Seattle Mariners All-Star Joined Babe Ruth in Baseball History This Week

The Seattle Mariners suffered a tough 3-2 loss in 10-innings on Friday night against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif. With the loss, the M's are now 55-49, and they failed to capitalize on losses by the Houston Astros, Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays, all teams they are battling with for the playoffs.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 25

Mariners’ Cal Raleigh’s dominance puts him in Babe Ruth territory

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh is in the middle of a historic season. However, Mickey Mantle is not the only New York Yankees legend he could stand next to in the history books.

Athletics News / Minnesota Twins on SI / July 23

Twins beat Dodgers, but Ohtani ends Duran’s homer-free streak

Buried at the end of Minnesota's 10-7 win over the Dodgers in Los Angeles Tuesday night was the end of Twins closer Jhoan Duran's incredible streak of not allowing a home run.

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / July 22

Juan Soto Just Joined Babe Ruth and Jimmie Foxx in Powerful Baseball History

The New York Mets beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-5 on Monday night at Citi Field. With the win, New York is now 57-44, but they remain in second place in the National League East.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 21

All-MLB Hall of Fame team: Which legends make the cut?

Baseball's next Hall of Fame class will be enshrined for posterity on Sunday in Cooperstown, New York.

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New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / July 21

Aaron Judge Just Tied Babe Ruth on Iconic List in New York Yankees History

The New York Yankees beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Sunday afternoon as Aaron Judge continued his incredible season at the plate. The reigning American League MVP, Judge went 1-for-4 with a home run, a walk and an RBI.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20

Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani joins exclusive club featuring Babe Ruth, Aaron Judge

The Los Angeles Dodgers opened the second half of the MLB season with two losses to the Milwaukee Brewers. While the Crew has had their number recently, Los Angeles is still atop the National League West.

MLB News / Legends On Deck / July 18

Team Bahamas Softball Champions

Team Bahamas is the Softball Champions. They won the 2025 Babe Ruth Caribbean Softball Championships in Fort Myers, Florida, from July 7th to 12th. Team

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 9

Livvy Dunne says she was denied in bid to buy Babe Ruth’s old apartment

Livvy Dunne apparently got stiff-armed in her attempts to purchase an apartment that once belonged to The Great Bambino. The gymnastics star Dunne revealed in a post this week to her roughly 8 million followers on TikTok that she was denied in her bid to buy Babe Ruth’s old apartment in New York City.

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MLB News / Dodger Blue / July 5

Jerseys For 2025 Home Run Derby Paying Tribute To Babe Ruth & Hank Aaron

Major League Baseball unveiled special caps and jerseys that will be worn by participants in the 2025 Home Run Derby and All-Star Game workout day at Truist Park this month.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 3

MLB news: Home Run Derby uniforms to honor Hank Aaron, Babe Ruth

The Home Run Derby and MLB All-Star Game are right around the corner. The Atlanta Braves will be hosting the event at Truist Park, the stadium’s first Mid-Summer Classic.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Aaron Judge Ties Babe Ruth With Latest Incredible Yankees Feat

Stop if you've heard this one before: New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge made home run history again. Judge homered twice in Sunday's 12-5 victory over the Athletics, giving him an even 30 dingers.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 19

This Day In Dodgers History: Babe Ruth Coaches In First Game

After a storied career spent primarily with the New York Yankees, Babe Ruth made his coaching debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers on June 19, 1938. He was hired by Dodgers executive vice president Larry MacPhail to coach first base and hopefully light a spark for the team.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 15

Bob Nightengale compares underrated Red Sox-Yankees trade to Babe Ruth deal

USA TODAY baseball writer Bob Nightengale is comparing a recent Boston Red Sox-New York Yankees trade to the historic Babe Ruth deal. The Red Sox acquired catcher Carlos Narvaez from the Yankees for pitching prospect Elmer Rodriguez-Cruz.

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / June 9

Yankees Star Channels Babe Ruth With Epic Response to Red Sox Rookie's Remarks

New York Yankees star Aaron Judge channeled Babe Ruth on Sunday. It was only fitting in a rubber game versus the Boston Red Sox. No, Judge did not call his shot, as Ruth allegedly did in Game 3 of the 1932 World Series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 8

'We can't get enough': How Baltimore, Babe Ruth remain forever intertwined

Babe Ruth played for the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees, the Orioles' biggest rivals, but there's no question that Charm City is still the kingdom of "The Sultan Of Swat."

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MLB News / Total Apex Sports / September 24

Today in 1919 Babe Ruth Sets HR Record

Today in New York Yankees’ history, Babe Ruth set the single-season home run record. September 24, 1919, in a game between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees, played in the Polo Grounds, George Herman Ruth slugged the 28th home run of the season to set a new single-season record.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / September 13

Eugenio Suárez is posting Babe Ruth-like numbers in a historic second half

Since rumors surfaced over the summer that the Diamondbacks might designate third baseman Eugenio Suárez for assignment, the veteran has been delivering numbers reminiscent of baseball legends.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 25

Babe Ruth ‘called shot’ jersey sells for over $24 million at auction

It is one of the most iconic moments in baseball history and yesterday, someone now owns the jersey Babe Ruth was wearing during the at-bat. Late last night, an auction through the Heritage Auctions website concluded with Babe Ruth’s game-worn jersey from the famed ‘Called Shot’ moment was up for grabs.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / July 17, 2023

Shohei Ohtani's career stats are stunningly similar to Babe Ruth's

As MLB's best two-way player in nearly a century, Los Angeles Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani may always be compared to Babe Ruth. Still only 29 years old, Ohtani is putting up stunningly similar numbers to The Sultan of Swat.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / May 10, 2023