At the time, Ray Kelly was living a typical life with his parents in Upper Manhattan. After quickly introducing himself to Ray’s father, Babe invited them to sit with him in the dugout the following day, which they quickly accepted. Ray’s father agreed, and for the next ten years, until he was thirteen, he was known as “Little Ray Kelly”, Babe Ruth’s mascot and good luck charm. According to Ray, Babe definitely did point to center field.) Ray Kelly, retired accountant from Valley Cottage, became a celebrity of sorts who was frequently interviewed and invited to speak at academic level conferences.