Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography, & More · Gary Arndt

Home Runs

February 16, 2026·16 min·1 clip

Babe Ruth hit 59 home runs in 1921 under rules where foul-curving balls and game-ending hits weren't counted as home runs.

This episode explores the evolution of the home run in baseball, from its origins in the 19th century to modern analytics-driven strategies. It covers rule changes, historic ballpark dimensions, legendary players like Babe Ruth, and the scientific limits of how far a home run can be hit.

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