“I played with a false beard”. The story of a woman who won MLB legends

Only one baseball game was enough to input Jackie Mitchell in the baseball history.

The general manager of “Chattanooga” signed a 17-year-old girl to participate in an exhibition game against the legendary “New York Yankees” team. The game was held on April 2, 1931.

The reputation of the team and woman’s participation in traditionally male sport attracted about 17,000 fans. Crowded stadium busted into applause when tiny Jackie appeared on the field in plus size uniform.

Before the game started, Mitchell refreshed her make-up, causing an ironic smile of her teammates.

“I even doubted she was able to throw the ball,” – commented after the game baseball legend Babe Ruth.

At first, Babe Ruth was surprised when he missed Jackie’s first pitch. However, second ball took him apart. Ruth was so impressed that even asked judges to check the ball. The ball was fine, and after a third missed ball Ruth threw a bat and went to the bench.

Ruth was changed with Lou Gehrig – the best baseball player of the 20th century. But he only repeated fiasco of his predecessor and missed three pitches. The crowd chanted “Jackie”. There was no doubt, the girl became a sensation. In the fifth inning, Mitchell complained of pain in her hand and was replaced by another pitcher.

On that day, the “New York Yankees” team won 14-4, but for the players, the victory was equivalent to defeat.

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