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PHOTOS: On this day - June 2, 1935, Babe Ruth retires
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Today in history - June 2 - Baseball legends Lou Gehrig died and Babe Ruth retired
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1935: Babe Ruth retires as player at age 40
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May 25, 1935 – Babe Ruth hits his last three home runs setting a career record with 714, a record that would stand for 39 years
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February 26, 1935 - Babe Ruth Released By Yankees
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PHOTOS: On this day - June 2, 1935, Babe Ruth retires
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Babe Ruth retires from baseball in 1935 – New York Daily News
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PHOTOS: On this day - June 2, 1935, Babe Ruth retires
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PHOTOS: On this day - June 2, 1935, Babe Ruth retires
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1935 Baseball History - This Great Game