Sports History Network April 24, 1901 – The first game ever played in baseball’s American League occurred as the Chicago White Stockings took on the Cleveland Blues. Poor weather delayed other scheduled games to debut the new league founded by Ban Johnson as contests in Philadelphia and Detroit had rain postponements. The AL was new and improved after … Read more
April 23, 1950 – A very historic evening occurred as the first Major League day game was completed under lights. The game played in Boston as the Braves hosted the Philadelphia Phillies was the second game of a double-header. The Philadelphia Phillies won the contest 6 – 5 over the Boston Braves with the lights on. … Read more
April 22, 1876 – Here is a big anniversary for you! The very first official National League baseball game was played on this date. The contest featured the Boston Red Caps who bettered the Philadelphia Athletics, 6-5 at the Jefferson Street Grounds in Philadelphia. The Red Caps in 1882 would become the Boston Beaneaters, 1907 the … Read more
Once upon a time in the National Hockey League, there were twelve teams. There were six teams in the East Division and six in the West Division. The East Division was made up of the Original Six NHL teams. The West Division consisted of all the 1967 expansion teams. In the East, the Montreal Canadiens … Read more
Home Run Magic! Yes, there have been plenty of base clearers hit in single games as the fans were treated to contests of offensive production twice on this calendar date. April 21, 1964 – Pirates & Cubs combine for 9 HRs, Pirates won 8-5. For the Buccos it was Roberto Clemente with an HR off of … Read more
