Sports History Network June 21, 1967 – One of the most legendary rivalries in all of the sports is the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees MLB relationship. In this storied rivalry, there have been all kinds of sensational tales, players, and games. On that day in history, the legends do not disappoint in entertainment. The big news … Read more
In the long, long history of the Arizona Cardinals, it is interesting to note that in over 120 years, only five team uniform numbers have been retired. But these guys deserved it… In this episode of “When Football Was Football” we’ll look back at the accomplishments of those individuals, while focusing on one member of … Read more
June 20, 1936 – Faster than fast that was how many described him. Jesse Owens the American sprinter, was a legendary athlete and trailblazer for people of color. On this day over 80 years ago, Mr. Owens set the 100-meter record at 10.2 seconds while representing Ohio State at this NCAA-sanctioned event. The previous record was … Read more
June 19, 1946 – This is really going to be the beginning of historic games in hardball. First officially recognized baseball game (played by Cartwright Rules) – New York Mutuals also known as the “Nines” defeated their cross-town rivals the New York Knickerbockers by the score of 23-1 at Hoboken, New Jersey’s Elysian Fields. The big … Read more
June 18, 1911 – It was truly sports history in the making! The greatest comeback in all of Major League Baseball history! The Detroit Tigers trailed the Chicago White Sox, 13-1 at Bennett Park, Detroit. Big rallies in both the eighth and ninth innings allowed the Tigers to claw their way back into the contest and … Read more