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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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02:36

American Olympic Appeal Denied, First OT in the NFL,...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/28

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYin 1960, controversy at the 100 meter swimming final led to more controversy when an appeal was denied, despite convincing electronic evidence.In 1955, the first NFL game to play overtime took place in Oregon. Overtime would not be implemented for another 19 years. In 1988, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda

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11:46

Bubba Smith's unfortunate injury, Ricky Henderson...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/27

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1972, first down chains caused a season ending injury to Bubba Smith, derailing a career that was on a hall of fame trajectory.In 1982, Ricky Henderson stole his 119 base of the season, topping Lou Brock's single season record. His 130 he finished with that season is still the record.In 1977, Texas Rangers Toby and

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11:13

First Television broadcast of a baseball game - This...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/26

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1939, the first TV broadcast of a baseball game. It was the Cincinnati Reds and the Brooklyn Dodgers with the Reds winning 5-2. In 1987, Paul Molitor's hitting streak came to an end at 39 games. In 2001, Tiger Woods and Jim Furyk played 7 playoff holes to decide the NEC Invitational.And in 1961, Anna Quast-Decker

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13:03

Ben Hogan's First Major, Cubs & Phillies Score the...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/25

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1946, Ben Hogan won the PGA Championship for his first major golf title. In 1922, the Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies combined for the most runs ever scored in a major league baseball game.In 1889, local police officers in Hamilton, Ohio arrested baseball players playing on a Sunday. In 1875, Matthew Webb became

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11:13

Ray Caldwell Survived a Lightning Strike, Pete Rose...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/24

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1919, Cleveland pitcher Ray Caldwell was struck by lightning during a game. He lived and finished out the game. In 1989, MLB commissioner Bart Giamatti banned Pete Rose for gambling on baseball. In 1983, Baltimore Orioles pitcher Tippy Martinez picked off three runners in the same inning for an MLB first and only. And

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11:43

Montreal's Youppi! Ejected, Gaylord Perry Finally...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/23

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1989, Montreal mascot angered Los Angeles manager Tommy Lasorda and was ejected from the game by the third base umpire. In 1982, Hall of Fame pitcher Gaylord Perry was ejected from a baseball game for throwing a spitball. It was the only time in his career he was tossed for doctoring a baseball.In 1936, 17-year old Bob

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14:35

Juan Marichal's brutal bat attack, Cuban Bay of Bigs...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/22

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1965, a bat wielding Juan Marichal assaulted Dodger catcher John Roseboro during a game that led to a 9-game suspension and Marichal being passed over for honors later in his career. In 1973, a brawl broke out between the US and Cuba in a basketball game.In 2007, the Texas Rangers scored 30 runs in a win over Baltimore,

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11:04

Ken Harrelson, an 'Unofficial' free agent, an...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/21

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1967, Ken Harrelson became an 'unofficial' free agent since actual free agency didn't exist yet. He eventually signed with the Boston Red Sox.In 1901, Joe McGinnity spat in umpire Tom Connolly's face, setting off a melee and he was initially suspended indefinitely for his behavior. The suspension was reduced to 12

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12:37

The New York Harmonica Incident ... This DiSH for...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/20

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1964, a harmonica caused a riff in the New York Yankees lockerroom and actually contributed to Yogi Berra's firing later in the year.In 2000, Tiger Woods won the PGA Championship for his third major win of the year and the third leg of the Tiger Slam.In 2006, Tiger won the PGA Championship again. In 1967, Charlie

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14:19

3' 9" Eddie Gaedel Pinch Hits, Wade Boggs Throws...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/19

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1951, the shortest player to ever make a plate appearance, 3' 9" Eddie Gaedel, stepped in as a pinch hitter.In 1997, New York third baseman Wade Boggs inserted as a relief pitcher.In 1941, Pittsburgh manager Frankie Frisch ejected for bringing an umbrella onto the field in an attempt to convince umpires it was raining

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15:53

Pine Tar Game Resumes, Red Sox great injured, Celtics...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/18

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1983, the infamous 'Pine Tar Game' finished. In 1967, Boston Red Sox phenom Tony Conigliaro was nearly killed in a bean ball incident at Fenway Park. In 1992, Boston Celtic Larry Bird retired, citing back pain as the major cause.And in 2002, Rich Beem won the PGA Championship. THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive the

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11:53

The Unluckiest Fan, Wayne Rooney's debut, and Davis...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/17

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1957, Alice Roth was hit by two foul balls and injured by both. In 1980, George Brett went 4-for-4 to boost his batting average over .400. In 2002, Wayne Rooney made his English Premier League debut with Everton.In 1997, Davis Love III won his first and only golf major.In 2003, Shaun Micheel came out of nowhere to win

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12:53

Ray Chapman killed by a pitch, Yang stared down...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/16

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1920, Cleveland's Ray Chapman died after being hit in the head by a Carl Mays pitch.In 2009 Y.E. Yang went toe to toe with Tiger Woods and won the PGA Championship. In 2003, Christiano Ronaldo made his English Premier League Debut for Manchester United. And in 1954, Sports Illustrated distributed its first issue.THIS

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13:13

Weird PGA Finish, another Shark collapse, and the...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/15

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 2010, a tough ruling cost Dustin Johnson a chance to win the PGA Championship.In 1993, Paul Azinger took advantage of Greg Norman's unfortunate putting to win his first and only major. In 1989, San Francisco pitcher Dave Dravecky broke his arm throwing a pitch. The injury ended his career. In 1975, Baltimore Orioles

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12:19

Olympic B-Ball in the Mud, The Boys in the Boat, and...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/14

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1936, basketball was introduced as an Olympic sport but was played outside. This day's gold medal game was played in a driving rain. Also in 1936, the men's Eight rowing competition took place. If you've read 'The Boys in the Boat' then you know the story of what happened. In 1977, Lanny Wadkins won his first and only

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12:39

Jesse Owens banned for life by Avery Brundage - This...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/13

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1936, just days after Jesse Owens won his fourth gold medal, American Olympic Committee chairman Avery Brundage declared Owens a professional athlete and banned him from competing in amateur events for life. In 1991, San Francisco 49ers QB Joe Montana suffered an injury that would lead to the rise of Steve Young. In

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15:08

Ugliest MLB Brawl, Stingley paralyzed, and Nicklaus'...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/12

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1984, the San Diego Padres and Atlanta Braves got in Major League Baseball's biggest and ugliest brawl. In 1978, New England Patriots' wide receiver Daryl Stingley was paralyzed during a preseason game against the Oakland Raiders.In 1973, won the PGA Championship for what was thought at the time to be his 14th major

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14:04

From 9th alternate to PGA Champion! - This DiSH for...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/11

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1991, John Daly became one of the most unlikely winners of a golf major.In 1950, New York Yankee legend Joe Dimaggio was benched for the first time in his career. In 1968, the Atlanta Braves signed Satchel Paige to a contract so he could qualify for a major league baseball pension.In 1929, Babe Ruth became the first to

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12:20

Mary Decker and Zola Budd tangle - This DiSH for Aug. 10

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/10

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1984, Mary Decker and Zola Budd got their feet crossed up and Decker's Olympic dreams were dashed. In 1974, the NFL players association ended their strike. In 1953, a miracle golf shot was captured on live television for the first time. In 2014, a gracious moment on the golf course allowed Rory McIlroy to finish he

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12:25

Wayne Gretzky traded to the LA Kings - This DiSH for...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/08/09

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.Follow This Day in Sports History on YouTubeEPISODE SUMMARYIn 1988, Wayne Gretzky was traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Los Angeles Kings. In 2012, Usain Bolt won the 200 meter race, becoming the first man ever to win both the 100 and 200 meter races in back to back Olympics.In 1936, Jesse Owens won his fourth gold medal of the Olympics as a last minute addition to the 4x100

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