Babe Ruth 1917
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[edit] Summary
Babe Ruth went 24-13 (second most wins in the AL), 6 shutouts, 2.01 ERA (seventh best in the AL), and the second most innings pitched that season in the AL. After having his average dip below .300 in 1916 (his first 100+ AB season), it rebounded to .325 in 1917, but his power wasn't what it was in 1915.
[edit] Season Highlights and Memorable Games
On June 23, 1917, Ruth opened the game by throwing four straight balls to the first Washington Senators batter he faced. He got into an argument with home plate umpire Brick Owens and was promptly ejected. He then stormed off the mound, while delivering a glancing punch to Owens as he walked past him. He was suspended for 10 days and fined 100 dollars for his behavior.
