In 1926, Johnny Sylvester got kicked in the head by a horse. The wound on his forehead got badly infected. Doctors told his parents the sad news: Johnny would die. "I wish I could see Babe Ruth wallop a homer before I die," Johnny told his parents. So they sent a telegram to the great slugger of the New York Yankees. And Babe Ruth sent an answer. He would hit a homer just for Johnny in the next game. Johnny Sylvester instantly became one of the most famous boys in baseball history. Did Babe Ruth slug one for Johnny? Yes. In fact, he hit three homers in that game. To top it all off, he visited Johnny in the hospital. Were the doctors right? Did Johnny die? Yes, they were right. Johnny did die, in January 8th, 1990. He was 74.
Note: True Story