Babe Ruth's brief stint with the Boston Braves is a fascinating chapter in baseball history that often gets overshadowed by his legendary career with the Yankees. On this day in 1935, Ruth signed with the Braves just a day after being released by New York, taking on roles as a player, coach, and even team vice-president. This raises some intriguing questions about the impact of a player's legacy when they transition to a different team, especially one that isn't as storied as their previous franchise.
What do you think about Ruth's decision to join the Braves? Was it a fitting end to his career, or did it tarnish his legacy in some way? How do you feel about players who switch teams late in their careers? Do you think it enhances their legacy or diminishes it?
Additionally, the history of the sacrifice fly rule, adopted in 1908 and its evolution over the years, prompts us to consider how rules shape the game. With the recent changes in MLB rules aimed at speeding up the game, do you think we might see more significant changes in the future? What rules would you like to see revisited or reformed?
Lastly, with the Braves making roster cuts and evaluating their starting rotation, how do you feel about their current strategy? Are they making the right moves to contend this season, or do you think they should take a different approach?
Let’s dive into these topics and share our thoughts!
Babe Ruth's brief stint with the Boston Braves is a fascinating chapter in baseball history that often gets overshadowed by his legendary career with the Yankees. On this day in 1935, Ruth signed with the Braves just a day after being released by New York, taking on roles as a player, coach, and even team vice-president. This raises some intriguing questions about the impact of a player's legacy when they transition to a different team, especially one that isn't as storied as their previous franchise.
What do you think about Ruth's decision to join the Braves? Was it a fitting end to his career, or did it tarnish his legacy in some way? How do you feel about players who switch teams late in their careers? Do you think it enhances their legacy or diminishes it?
Additionally, the history of the sacrifice fly rule, adopted in 1908 and its evolution over the years, prompts us to consider how rules shape the game. With the recent changes in MLB rules aimed at speeding up the game, do you think we might see more significant changes in the future? What rules would you like to see revisited or reformed?
Lastly, with the Braves making roster cuts and evaluating their starting rotation, how do you feel about their current strategy? Are they making the right moves to contend this season, or do you think they should take a different approach?
Let’s dive into these topics and share our thoughts!
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