Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong says Babe Ruth never existed

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, 24, appeared on Kristin Cavallari’s “Let’s Be Honest” podcast and said he liked the conspiracy theory that baseball legend Babe Ruth never existed. He referenced a comment by former Seattle Mariners pitcher Tayler Saucedo, noting the scarcity of film footage of Ruth as “proof” and suggesting the story might be a myth.

The claim drew surprised reactions from teammates and listeners. Historians point out that Ruth’s career is extensively documented through newspapers, photographs, and living witnesses, making the theory unfounded despite its viral appeal.