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This Day in Sports History

Thrive Sweet Productions

Relive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to do it to the last time it happened, the unbelievable to the strange, This Day in Sports History is a 365-day journey remembering those significant events that made a lasting impact.

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16:55

Stagecoach Robbery at Ebbets Field, the Mile of the...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/07

In 1938, Brooklyn Dodgers manager Burleigh Grimes protested an umpire's changed call with a prop that got him ejected.In 1954, the Mile of the Century was contested at the Commonwealth Games in Vancouver, Canada between Englishman Roger Bannister and Australian John Landy.In 2016, golfer Jim Furyk shot a PGA Tour record 58 in the final round of the Travelers Championship.In 1956, Boston Red Sox superstar Ted Williams took umbrage at Boston's booing of him.In 1928, Australian rower Bobby Pearce

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17:30

Wade Boggs Drank 73 Beers, Billy Martin punched one...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/06

In 1990, this is the most likely date for Wade Boggs to have drunk 73 beers on a cross country flight and finished the day with 107.In 1969, Minnesota Twins manager Billy Martin punched one of his own players outside of Lindell AC's Bar in Detroit. In 1978, golfer John Mahaffey erased a 7 shot deficit to Tom Watson to win the PGA Championship in a sudden death playoff. In 1926, American Trudy Ederle became the first woman to swim the English Channel and did it in record time.THIS DAY IN SPORTS

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09:56

Joan Benoit wins the First Women's Olympic Marathon,...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/05

In 1984, American Joan Benoit won the first women's Olympic marathon.In 2012, Jamaican Usain Bolt set an Olympic record in winning the 100m.In 1963, Craig Breedlove set a a new land speed record of 407 mph.In 1967, an AFL team played an NFL team for the first time in an exhibition game. In 1921, it was the first ever radio broadcast of a baseball game on Pittsburgh' KDKA.In 1968, Pittsburgh's Willie Stargell hit the longest home run in Dodger Stadium HistoryTHIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive the

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18:14

Jesse Owens got a hug, not help, Rich Beem survived...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/04

In 1936, American Jesse Owens won the Gold medal in the Olympic Gold Medal. In 1936, American Helen Stephens won the 100m Final in record time but was soon accused of being a man. In 2002, Rich Beem won the International using the modified Stableford scoring system. Steve Lowery holed two shots from the fairway in three holes to make it a bit interesting at the end. In 1983, New York Yankees Centerfielder Dave Winfield was arrested in Toronto on animal cruelty charges. In 1982, Joel Youngblood

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14:17

Eight 'Black Sox' Banned, Joe Niekro's Emery Board...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/03

In 1921, Chicago White Sox players Eddie Cicotte, Chick Gandil, Happy Felsch, Lefty Williams, Buck Weaver, Swede Risberg, Fred McMullin, and Shoeless Joe Jackson were banned from baseball 24 hours after being acquitted in their trial.In 1987, Minnesota Twins pitcher Joe Niekro was caught with an emery board in his pocket which he used to scuff the baseball.In 1939, catcher Joe Sprinz of the San Francisco Seals attempted to catch baseball dropped from a blimp 800 feet above. It didn't go well.In

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12:31

Thurman Munson killed in a plane crash, Continental...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/02

In 1979 New York Yankee catcher Thurman Munson was killed in a plane crash.In 1960, the Continental Baseball League disbanded.In 1928, it was the women’s 800 meter final, the last to be run by women for another 32 years.In 2012, Gabby Douglas won the women’s all-around gold medal at the Olympics.In 1997, the Barons became the first team to do a bobblehead giveaway.THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first

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13:54

Pete Rose's streak ended, Niki Lauda's fiery crash,...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/01

In 1978, Pete Rose's quest to catch Joe Dimaggio's 56-game hitting streak came to an end at 44 games. In 1996, Michael Johnson became the first man to win both the 200 and 400 in the same Olympic games. In 1976, Formula One race car driver Niki Lauda nearly died in a fiery crash at the Nurburgring.In 1928, Gene Tunney retired.In 2004, Daigo Umehara pulled off an incredible 15-strike parry of Justin Wong in Streetfighter at the EVO Championships. It was a highly influential maneuver that drew a lot

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14:57

Future of the Franchise Falls Flat, 2 Dick Allen...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/31

In 2000, Tom Brady and Bill Belichick made their debuts in New England. Brady as the third string backup to Drew Bledsoe and Michael Bishop. On the other sideline, Giovanni Carmazzi was supposed to be the future QB in San Francisco. Things did not go well. In 2012, swimmer Michael Phelps became the most decorated Olympic athlete.In 1928, 16-year old American Betty Robinson became the first woman to win Gold in an Olympic track event. Why did it take so long for an American woman to win gold in Track

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14:10

George Steinbrenner Banned from Baseball, JR Richard...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/30

In 1990, Major League Baseball Commissioner Faye Vincent banned New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner for life. In 1980, Houston Astros pitcher J.R. Richard suffered a stroke that ended his career. In 1989, Javier Sotomayor became the first high jumper to successfully top 8-feet.In 1983, golfer Andy Bean violated rule 19 and hit a putt with the grip of his club, a mistake that cost him nearly $60,000.THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From

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11:04

Yankees Fans Taunt Jose Canseco with a Blow Up...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/29

In 1991, New York Yankees fans jeered Jose Canseco after rumors erupted of him and Madonna becoming an item. In 1988, Bo Jackson hit a home run after the timeout he asked for was denied. In 1908, John McFarlan was denied a perfect game because the final guy refused to step into the batter's box. In 1996, Carl Lewis won the gold medal in the long jump becoming part of an elite crowd to win gold in four consecutive Olympics in the same event. In 2017, Claire Smith became the first female sportswriter

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11:54

Montreal's Dennis Martinez and Texas' Kenny Rogers...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/28

In 1991, Montreal Expos pitcher Dennis Martinez pitched the 13th perfect game in MLB history. Catcher Ron Hassey was behind the plate, becoming the only pitcher to catch two perfect games. In 1994, Texas Rangers pitcher Kenny Rogers was perfect against the California Angels. In 1993, New York Mets pitcher Anthony Young broke his string of 27 consecutive losses. In 1989, St. Louis Cardinal Vince Coleman was caught stealing, snapping his streak of 50 consecutive stolen bases. In 2006, golfer Corey

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14:21

Boston Celtic Reggie Lewis died, Detroit Lion Barry...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/27

In 1993, Boston Celtic Reggie Lewis collapsed and died during a pickup game. He'd collapsed during a playoff game in April. In 1999, Detroit Lions running back Barry Sanders surprisingly retired from the NFL. In 1988, New York Yankees pitcher Tommy John committed three errors on the same play.In 1987, it was the end of a legendary streak when the Billings (Montana) Mustangs beat the Salt Lake City Trappers in a Pioneer League game. In 2006, cyclist Floyd Landis learned that his sample taken after

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13:50

Mike Tyson KO'd Marvis Frazier in 30 seconds, Tragedy...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/26

In 1986, Mike Tyson knocked out Marvis Frazier in 30 seconds. It was his quickest knockout in his career. In 1998, three spectators attending the US 500 at Michigan International Speedway after Adrian Fernandez's wreck on lap 175.In 2009, another Tour de France ended. Lance Armstrong made his comeback. If he had chosen to stay retired, would his 7 Tour wins still be intact.?In 1984, MLB commissioner Bowie Kuhn suspended pitcher Vida Blue for the remainder of the season, prohibiting any team from

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16:28

Battle of Shepherd's Bush, an FBI agent chased by a...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/25

In 1908, icy relations between the US and Britain led to a controversial ruling in the men's 400 m and the most unusual finish to an Olympic race.Also in 1908, it was the first black American to ever win an Olympic medal.In 1952, an FBI agent was chased by a Russian in the 3000m Steeplechase.In 1999, Lance Armstrong won the Tour de France. This win has since been vacated but the influence of what he did on this day still has a positive effect on many around the world.In 1956, Roberto Clemente hit an

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15:22

The George Brett 'Pine Tar Bat' Incident, an Italian...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/24

In 1983, it was the 'Pine Tar' incident when Kansas City's George Brett was called out after a Billy Martin protest for too much pine tar on his bat. In 1908, the London Marathon was the first marathon run at a distance of 26.2 miles. Before it had been 25 miles. If the finish line had been where it typically was, there would have been a different winner. In 1952, Emil and Dana Zatopek became the first married couple to win gold medals in the same Olympics.In 1966, golfer Tony Lema and his wife

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13:11

Big John Daly won the British Open, Tiger became the...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/23

In 1995, John Daly won a four-hole playoff against Constantino Rocca to win the Open Championship on the Old Course at St. Andrews.In 2000, Tiger Woods won his first British Open, becoming the youngest to win all four majors in a career. In 2006, Tiger won his third Open Championship. It was his first win after his father, Earl, had passed away. In 1989, Greg LeMond eclipsed a 50 second deficit to win his second Tour de France.In 1996, Olympic gymnast Kerri Strug stuck the landing on her final vault

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15:02

Jordan's 'Greatest Game I Ever Played in,' 15 clubs,...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/22

In 1992, the Dream Team played an intrasquad scrimmage that had the intensity of an NBA Finals Game 7.In 2001, David Duval won his first and only major championship thanks to an error by Ian Woosnam's caddy. In 1963, Sonny Liston beat Floyd Patterson for the second time. In 1990, Greg LeMond won his third Tour de France.In 1984, American Marianne Martin won the first Women's Tour de France.THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to

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17:51

Did Bo Jackson Get Thrown Out of a Game on...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/21

Bo Jackson claims this is the day that he got thrown out of a game on purpose so he could go see his newborn and his wife at the hospital. The thing is ... if it happened, it most certainly didn't happen on this day and may not have ever happened. In 2024, San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin got tossed before the first pitch. How common is it for a manager to get tossed before the game even starts? In 1959, the Boston Red Sox became the final team in Major League Baseball to integrate their

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15:12

Maureen Connolly's career ended in a blink, Hank...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/20

In 1954, tennis phenom Maureen Connolly was injured so badly in a horse riding accident, it ended her career. In 1984, runner and author Jim Fixx died while out on a run at the age of 52. In 1976, Hank Aaron hit his final home run. The groundskeeper who recovered the ball was fired the next day. In 1969, Neil Armstrong took man's first steps on the moon. An hour later Gaylord Perry hit his first career home run, proving Alvin Dark's prediction from seven years before correct. In 1858, admission to a

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15:41

The Original Tour de France came to an end, Tom...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/07/19

In 1903, the original Tour de France rolled to a close. It was a brutal 6-stage, 1500 mile race. In 2009, Tom Watson nearly won his sixth British Open. Instead a bogey on the final hole dropped the 59-year old into a tie and a playoff. He lost by several shots. Watson was the oldest to lead a major after three rounds and would have likely set a record that would have never bee broken if he had won. In 1990, Pete Rose was sentenced to jail for tax evasion. In 1946, an unknown player kept slinging

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