Babe Ruth Suspended and Fined $5,000 in 1925

Back on August 29, 1925, baseball superstar Babe Ruth was fined $5,000 and suspended by his manager Miller Huggins after skipping batting practice—a huge penalty at the time. He was reinstated on September 5 after issuing an apology. This decision was significant not only for its discipline but also for the business implications of managing star athletes and team leadership dynamics.