He's a good hitter. But, the best since Ruth? Might be a stretch. Red Ruffing was used a few times a year as a PH for example. Maybe not the same power, though. Bob Gibson did have some good power though.
At least it means there was one pitcher in the league, I wont be going to get a snack during his 3 bunts fouled off strikeout at-bat.
He might actually do something.