Who was the better hitter, Babe Ruth or Ted Williams.

Who was the better hitter, Babe Ruth or Ted Williams. With YouTube video of Williams & a great dual photo. Who do you think was better, or is it even possible to call one better than the other. http://bit.ly/Pk87i

[Frank A]

This is one of those questions that can never be answered. Personally I think Ruth was the best player ever. Why? Because he was a Great pitcher who then became a Great slugger and not a bad outfielder. I don't see how any player can compare to him. Frank

[Merv Williams]

The Babe played at least early in his career in the Dead Ball Era. Had he played in the same time frame as Williams with the livelier ball used at that time he would have done even better.

[Batter67up]

When an athlete is the best in their sport they are called "The Babe Ruth of their Sport" Both were great but the Babe sits atop by himself as I see it.

[ChiefBenderForever]

I have to go with Ted Williams, who sacrificed the prime of his hitting years to serve our country. His stats would be much higher if not for that. I would also say that Ty Cobb, Pete Rose, Joe Dimaggio and Roger Hornsby were better hitters, or had a better swing. Yes Ruth had a more powerful swing but the others had a perfect stroke.

[David Atkatz]

Someone once asked the Babe whether, if he didn't have to hit so many home runs to please the fans, he could have batted .400.

"Hell kid, I could have batted .500!"

I'm inclined to believe him.