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Pundit Goes After Controversial MLB Player for Babe Ruth Conspiracy

Pundit Goes After Controversial MLB Player for Babe Ruth Conspiracy

Summary

Pete Crow-Armstrong, a Major League Baseball player, said on a podcast that he likes the idea the famous player Babe Ruth never existed. Sports commentator Chris "Mad Dog" Russo strongly disagreed, defending Babe Ruth's achievements and criticizing Crow-Armstrong's comments.

Key Facts

  • Pete Crow-Armstrong expressed on a podcast that he enjoys the conspiracy theory that Babe Ruth never existed.
  • Crow-Armstrong mentioned hearing a Mariners pitcher discuss the idea of Babe Ruth being fictional during a podcast.
  • Chris "Mad Dog" Russo responded on the show "First Take," disagreeing with Crow-Armstrong's view.
  • Russo highlighted Babe Ruth’s record of hitting 27 home runs over 500 feet and said no other player, including Barry Bonds, matched that.
  • Russo argued Ruth dominated baseball and was better than many modern players, calling him unique and a legendary hitter.
  • Crow-Armstrong also suggested pitchers might have pitched underhand to Ruth, but Russo said if that were true, others would have hit home runs too.
  • Russo criticized younger players and media who dismiss old-time baseball players’ skills.
  • The discussion is ongoing, and it might lead to more debate about Babe Ruth’s legacy.
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