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Why was Hank Greenberg's 1938 performance significant for the period between Babe Ruth's 60 in 1927 and Roger Maris' 61 in 1961?

  • Most home runs in a single season

  • Most games played

  • Most steals

  • Highest batting average

Answer

Hank Greenberg's 58 home runs in 1938 was the most in a single season during the period between Babe Ruth's 60 in 1927 and Roger Maris' 61 in 1961. Greenberg's performance was even more impressive considering that he played in a time when the home run was not as prevalent as it is today.
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