Charlie Root was the pitcher who served up the supposed called shot by Babe Ruth, and he was born on this day in 1899. He pitched in four World Series for the Cubs: 1929, 1932, 1935 and 1938.
He still holds the record for most career victories by a Cubs pitcher (201).
Next Monday in "Cubs through History" you'll learn a little bit about what Charlie liked to do for fun. Be sure to check that out.
