7. Babe Ruth
Babe Ruth revolutionized baseball with his legendary home runs and charismatic persona during the Roaring Twenties, helping make baseball America’s pastime and modernizing the sport’s image. His larger-than-life presence transcended the game, captivating fans and elevating the sport’s popularity. Ruth’s impact is celebrated in the Baseball Hall of Fame’s exhibit, “Babe Ruth: His Life and Legend,” which offers an in-depth look at his enduring legacy. (baseballhall.org)
