The famous “called shot” was probably also a media creation. It supposedly occurred on Oct. 1, 1932. In a 1932 World Series game in Chicago, the crowd and the opposing team were extremely hostile. When Ruth came to the plate, the noise was deafening. Ruth took the first two pitches, which were strikes. According to the legend, he then pointed to the outfield bleachers, stepped back in the box, and hit a long home run where he had pointed. In actuality, although Ruth confirmed this version, he most likely pointed at the taunting Cubs in their dugout. Regardless, it was a Ruthian moment.
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