Today in Chicago History: Yankees slugger Babe Ruth calls his shot at Wrigley Field during World Series
- Posted on October 1, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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In brief
On October 1st, baseball legend Babe Ruth made one of sport's most iconic moments at Wrigley Field during the World Series. Ruth's legendary 'called shot' home run remains one of the most debated and celebrated plays in MLB history. This pivotal moment, occurring during the Yankees' matchup against the Chicago Cubs, solidified Ruth's status as baseball's greatest slugger and continues to captivate fans and historians nearly a century later.
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Today in Chicago History: Yankees slugger Babe Ruth calls his shot at Wrigley Field during World Series
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Oct. 1, according to the Tribune’s archives.
