17-year-old pitcher Jackie Mitchell struck out Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig in 1931 exhibition game

2026-08-29

A 1931 exhibition baseball game saw 17-year-old pitcher Jackie Mitchell strike out legendary players Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig consecutively. The event ignited ongoing discussions regarding legitimacy and opportunities for women in professional baseball.

Source: Guardian · Tech policy

Reported by VERA Newswire.