Upon arriving in Boston on July 11, 1914, the 19-year-old Ruth was immediately pressed into service, making his major-league debut by pitching seven innings before a crowd of 11,087 at Fenway Park. He struck out the first batter he faced. The Red Sox eventually won the game, but Ruth was not involved in the decision, having been lifted for a pinch-hitter, which seems ludicrous in retrospect.
Why is Christian Science in our name?
Why is Christian Science in our name?
Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that.
The Church publishes the Monitor because it sees good journalism as vital to progress in the world. Since 1908, we’ve aimed “to injure no man, but to bless all mankind,” as our founder, Mary Baker Eddy, put it.
Here, you’ll find award-winning journalism not driven by commercial influences – a news organization that takes seriously its mission to uplift the world by seeking solutions and finding reasons for credible hope.
Explore values journalism About us
12 things you probably don’t know about Babe Ruth
The Baseball Hall of Fame is honoring Babe Ruth during the 2014 season with a special exhibit. Here are some interesting facts about the 'Sultan of Swat.'
2. Introduction to the majors
