Red Ruffing was a professional baseball player who played for 22 seasons in the Major Leagues. He was a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Chicago White Sox. He was a six-time All-Star and a two-time World Series champion.

Ruffing was born in Granville, Illinois in 1905. He began his professional career in 1924 with the Boston Red Sox and quickly established himself as a reliable starter. He was traded to the New York Yankees in 1930 and became a key member of the team's pitching staff. He was a part of the Yankees' four consecutive World Series championships from 1936 to 1939. He was also a six-time All-Star, and was named to the All-Star team in each of his first five seasons with the Yankees.

Ruffing was known for his durability and consistency. He led the American League in wins in 1936 and 1937, and was the league's leader in innings pitched in 1938. He also led the league in complete games in 1936, 1937, and 1938. He was known for his ability to pitch effectively in the clutch, and was the winning pitcher in the decisive Game 6 of the 1936 World Series.

Ruffing retired in 1947 with a career record of 273-225, a 3.80 ERA, and 2,264 strikeouts. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1967. He was one of the most successful pitchers of his era, and was a key member of the Yankees' dynasty of the 1930s. He was a reliable starter who was known for his durability and consistency, and was one of the most successful pitchers of his era.

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