July 18, 1921 – Babe Ruth smacked a ball fair 560 feet for his 139th career home run against the Detroit Tigers. Tiger pitcher Bert Cole served up the ball to the Bambino who launched it over the deepest portion of the fence at Navin Field.
It was a significant hit indeed as with this 36 HR of the season for Ruth, he became the all-time home run leader in Major League Baseball, taking the title from Roger Connor whose 138 wall clearers stood as the mark since 1897. It was also by far the longest shot Babe Ruth had hit to that point in his MLB career.
The Yankees prevailed in the game 10-1. They would go on to take the AL pennant that year but lost the World Series to the New York Giants.
To find more great daily sports history make sure to check out the Sports Jersey Dispatch and Pigskin Dispatch.
More From Sports History Network
Ray Guy and the Pro Bowl Gondola
To complete the 1975 NFL season, the annual Pro Bowl game pitted the best
“Munich Air Disaster” of 1958 – Busby Babes Tragedy
What would become known as the “Munich Air Disaster,” a plane crashed after trying
From Fantasy Leagues to Real Wagers: How USA Online Casinos Fuel Fan Engagement
In the dynamic world of sports fandom, the way we engage with our favorite
How Sportsbooks Mostly Got It Right About the NFL Playoffs
When you look at things statistically, there is some wisdom in the statement that
Celebrating 25 Years Since One of the Greatest – And Most Unexpected – Super Bowl Games In History
The Super Bowl is an occasion never shy of razzmatazz anyway, but the 2000
Manchester United v. Juventus, UCL 1999: A Game That Changed Soccer History
There were many thrilling games and moments throughout the 26-year tenure of Sir Alex
Weight Training For People With Limited Time
One of the biggest excuses I hear from people when I try to get
Relive The 1980 Philadelphia Eagles Season (NFC Champions)
Before we get to the 1980 season, let’s take a look at some team