Illustrated History of 1950s Yankee Stadium and Baseball Moments
The page from the 1950 Hall of Fame Cartoons Major League Ballparks publication showcases a detailed illustrated view of Yankee Stadium, often referred to as "The House That Ruth Built," acknowledging famed player Babe Ruth's significant impact on the venue and the team. Key historical highlights include notable moments such as Joe Cronin's homer in the 1933 series, J. Dimaggio's key defensive plays during the 1941 series, and the famous catch by Gio Friddo in the 1947 series. The illustration depicts various areas of the stadium, such as the right-center field where Ted's Pot is located and the "Ruthville" section recognized for its association with Ruth. Other references include Henrich's homer that helped defeat the Dodgers in 1949 and incidents from the 1943 and 1946 series, emphasizing the stadium's rich history and its significance in Major League Baseball.