On May 18 in sports history, one significant event took place in 1920 when the Boston Red Sox's Babe Ruth hit his first home run as a Yankee player in a game against his former team at the Polo Grounds in New York City.
The stage was set for a dramatic showdown as the Red Sox, Ruth's former team, faced off against the Yankees, his new squad. The game was highly anticipated, as fans were eager to see how the legendary slugger would perform against his old teammates.
In the third inning, Ruth stepped up to the plate, his powerful frame poised and ready. The pitcher, Herb Pennock, who would later become Ruth's teammate, wound up and delivered the pitch. With a mighty swing, Ruth connected with the ball, sending it soaring deep into the right field stands. The crowd erupted in cheers as Ruth rounded the bases, having officially marked his arrival as a Yankee with a resounding home run.
That home run was just the beginning of Ruth's incredible journey with the Yankees. He went on to become one of the most iconic figures in baseball history, setting numerous records and helping to popularize the sport across America. His larger-than-life personality and prodigious batting skills made him a household name and cemented his status as a cultural icon.
The date of May 18, 1920, will always be remembered as the day Babe Ruth hit his first home run as a Yankee, signaling the start of a new era in baseball history and setting the stage for his legendary career.
