On June 2nd in sports history, one significant event took place in 1935 when Babe Ruth, one of the greatest baseball players of all time, announced his retirement from the game.
Babe Ruth, nicknamed "The Sultan of Swat," played for 22 seasons in Major League Baseball, primarily with the New York Yankees. He began his career as a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox but later transitioned to becoming a full-time outfielder due to his incredible hitting prowess.
Throughout his illustrious career, Ruth set numerous records that stood for decades. He hit 714 home runs, a record that stood until Hank Aaron surpassed it in 1974. Ruth also held the single-season home run record of 60, which he set in 1927, until Roger Maris hit 61 in 1961.
Ruth's larger-than-life personality and his incredible feats on the diamond made him a cultural icon. He was known for his love of the game, his charisma, and his sometimes-controversial lifestyle off the field.
On June 2, 1935, Ruth officially announced his retirement from baseball. He had been released by the Yankees the previous year and had a brief stint with the Boston Braves in 1935. However, realizing that his skills had diminished, he decided to hang up his cleats for good.
Ruth's retirement marked the end of an era in baseball. He left an indelible mark on the sport, and his legacy continues to inspire players and fans alike. Today, Babe Ruth is still widely regarded as one of the greatest, if not the greatest, baseball players of all time.
