Chris Russo criticizes Pete Crow-Armstrong's Babe Ruth comments on podcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Chicago Cubs All-Star Pete Crow-Armstrong stirred controversy by sharing a conspiracy theory about Babe Ruth during an appearance on Kristin Cavallari’s podcast. Crow-Armstrong suggested that Ruth might not have existed, claiming he hit his home runs against inferior pitchers. Christopher Russo responded on 'First Take', defending Ruth's legacy and citing his incredible 1921 season stats. Russo emphasized the importance of respecting past legends and voiced frustration over modern comparisons. The discussion raises questions about how historical athletes are viewed by current players.
- •Crow-Armstrong shared a theory that Babe Ruth never existed.
- •Russo expressed outrage over Crow-Armstrong’s comments on Ruth's hitting prowess.
- •Ruth's impressive 1921 season included 59 home runs and 177 runs scored.
- •Discussion reflects broader attitudes toward historical baseball figures.
- •Russo emphasized the talent level of early baseball players compared to today.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Russo scolds Pete Crow-Armstrong for disparaging Babe Ruth: ‘You’re talking to me now!’
"Chicago Cubs All-Star Pete Crow-Armstrong shared a strange Babe Ruth conspiracy theory that set Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo off. Crow-Armstrong recently appeared on Kristin Cavallari’s Let’s Be Honest podcast, where he was asked to share an “unpopular opinion” that he has. And Crow-Armstrong delivered a doozy when he repeated a conspiracy that “Babe Ruth never…
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