Summary
ESPN launched a new docu-series called "Believers: Boston Red Sox," which explores the events leading to Babe Ruth's trade from the Red Sox to the Yankees. This trade, which happened in 1919, started what's known as "The Curse of the Bambino," a period where the Red Sox did not win a World Series for 86 years.
Key Facts
- Babe Ruth, a star player, was traded from the Boston Red Sox to the New York Yankees in 1919.
- The trade marked the beginning of "The Curse of the Bambino," lasting 86 years without a Red Sox World Series win.
- The docu-series suggests Babe Ruth was unhappy with his role as a pitcher and wanted to focus on hitting.
- Ruth had a difficult relationship with Red Sox management, including owner Harry Frazee.
- Off-field issues, like partying and not being disciplined, contributed to the decision to trade Ruth.
- The trade was made for $125,000, which was a significant sum at the time.
- After the trade, Ruth achieved great success with the Yankees, including hitting 659 home runs and winning five World Series titles.
