“There was buried in Ruth humanitarianism beyond belief, an intelligence he was never given credit for, a childish desire to be over-virile, living up to credits given his home-run power - and yet a need for intimate affection and respect, and a feverish desire to play baseball, perform, act and live a life he didn't and couldn't take time to understand.”
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Waite Hoyt
Waite Hoyt was an American professional baseball player, renowned for his long career in Major League Baseball (MLB). He served as a pitcher and was a pivotal figure in the New York Yankees' triumphs during the 1920s and 1930s. Hoyt was born on September 9, 1899, and died on August 25, 1984. more
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