How Good Was Babe Ruth Actually?

The problem with Babe Ruth being so great is that people forget just how untouchable he truly was. Everyone knows he’s a legend, the “Sultan of Swat.” But because his dominance in the 1920s and 30s is so widely accepted, many of his most jaw-dropping feats are overlooked. You’ve heard the name, you know the myth — but the reality is even wilder. Ruth didn’t just change baseball; he changed American sports forever.

In today’s video, we break down The Impossible Legend: Babe Ruth’s Unmatched Legacy.

From his time with the Boston Red Sox as a pitcher, to becoming the face of the New York Yankees and hitting 714 home runs, Babe Ruth redefined what a single athlete could mean to an entire sport. He carried baseball through the “dead ball” era into a new age of power hitting. Despite controversies about his lifestyle, his personality, and clashes with teammates, Ruth proved time and again that his bat was louder than any critic. His World Series triumphs, record-breaking seasons, and cultural impact remain untouchable — even today as fans compare him to stars like Barry Bonds, Hank Aaron, or even modern legends like Shohei Ohtani.

Ruth wasn’t just a baseball player. He was America’s first true sports celebrity.

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The Sultan of Swat! This video dives into the career of babe ruth, exploring his impact on MLB and the yankees. We'll review baseball highlights and baseball records to analyze Ruth's legendary status and compare his achievements to modern-day sports. Get ready for a history documentary that separates myth from reality.