I assume you are using some sort of CPI inflation calculator which is designed by the government to deceive you into thinking inflation is not as profound as it it is. Take a look at the Babe's salary relative to other things like an ounce of gold, land prices and other investments and I think you'll find a less dramatic comparison to today. The difference beyond this will likely be due to increased baseball revenues today and a lack of free agency in the 1920 s
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