Lot of (5) Babe Ruth, 1920's-30's Photos Measuring 8" x 10
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Ford Frick protects Babe Ruth’s homerun record

On July 18, 1961, Commissioner Ford Frick makes a controversial ruling in announcing that Babe Ruth’s single-season home run record cannot be considered broken unless it is accomplished in 154 or fewer games. Frick’s decision will result in two separate records: one for a 154-game season and one for a 162-game season.
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