Chicago Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong recently expressed his fascination with a conspiracy theory suggesting that baseball legend Babe Ruth never existed. During an appearance on Kristin Cavallari's "Let's Be Honest" podcast on August 4, 2026, Crow-Armstrong shared that he found the theory intriguing, citing a 2024 podcast interview with Mariners pitcher Tayler Saucedo, who explored the idea due to the limited footage of Ruth playing.

Crow-Armstrong clarified that he did not claim Babe Ruth never existed but appreciated the theory's bizarre nature, especially given Ruth's status as one of the most talked-about athletes in American sports history. The Cubs outfielder has been active on the field, with notable performances at Wrigley Field in Chicago, including a double against the Colorado Rockies on June 15, 2026, and a two-run home run against the Athletics on June 3, 2026.

The discussion highlights the enduring cultural impact of Babe Ruth and the fascination with alternative narratives surrounding iconic sports figures.

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