Babe Ruth's "called shot" off Chicago Cub pitcher Charlie Root, 1932
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What a sweet lady,Root wasa beast
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How nice to have this interview out here. I often get asked if I am related, and with yes barely out the - "is it true about the called shot question". I'll have to buy a few books to hand out in the future!
I've always found it odd that Middletown has never made a point to put up a plaque or anything that I'm aware of for him. I have numerous photos of the entire family gathered there...and last I knew his home was still intact. Very odd considering the kind of record he had
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Nearby Hamilton, Ohio, does such a great job recognizing hometowner Joe Nuxhall. I agree with you that Middletown should recognize the greatest Cub pitcher the franchise ever had -- most wins, starts, innings pitched in a Cub uniform.
rootforthecubs 2 years ago