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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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12:18

Bob Newhart look-a-like disrupted the 2004 Olympic...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/29

In 2004, Brazilian runner Vanderlei de Lima was leading the marathon until the 22nd mile when Irishman Cornelius Horan surged onto the course, grabbed de Lima and pushed him into the crowd.In 1973, Nolan Ryan came close to another no-hitter. It would have been the first time in MLB history a pitcher had thrown 3 in a season if he'd gotten a little help. In 1925, New York Yankee Babe Ruth was suspended by his own manager and fined $5000. In 1974, Moses Malone became the first player to go directly

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17:07

'The Battle at Bighorn' with Tiger vs. Sergio, Arnold...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/28

In 2000, Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia squared off in the made-for-tv matchplay event 'The Battle at Bighorn.'In 1954, Arnold Palmer won the US Amateur after four previous attempts. His win on this day was what he called his 'turning point', giving him the confidence that he could turn pro.In 1988, LA Dodger manager Tommy Lasorda attacked the Phillie Phanatic.In 1970, Detroit Tiger pitcher Denny McLain was suspended by the team after a rank went wrong. In 1960, a protest by the American swimming

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10:45

A Hall of Fame career derailed, Dennis Bergkamp's Hat...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/27

In 1972, Baltimore Colt All-Pro defensive end Bubba Smith tore up his knee when he got caught up with the first down chains. He missed the entire year and he was never the same. In 1997, Arsenal's Dennis Bergkamp scored an exceptional hat trick against Leicester. In 1985, top seed and World Number one John McEnroe was nearly bounced in the first round of the US Open by Shlomo Glickstein. In 1977, Texas Ranger players Toby Harrah and Bump Wills hit back-to-back inside the park home runs. It's the

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15:33

Bashin' Bill Barilko's Tragic End, the First Game...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/26

In 1951, the plane carrying Toronto Maple Leaf Bill Barilko and his pilot friend Dr. Henry Hudson is presumed to have crashed on this day. The plane was not found for nearly 11 years. In 1939, the first ever sports event was broadcast on television. In 2001, Tiger Woods and Jim Furyk played 7 sudden death playoff holes before Tiger finally pulled out the win. In 1990, José Maria Olazabal played his first PGA Tour event and won by 12 shots. In 1961, Anna Quast-Decker smoked the field at the Women's

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17:17

Tiger won his 3rd straight US Amateur thanks in part...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/25

In 1996, Tiger Woods stormed back from being down five after the morning round to win his 3rd consecutive US Amateur championships. The match is mostly known for the act of sportsmanship that happened on the day's 34th hole. In 1946, Ben Hogan won the PGA Championship for his first of what would be 9 major golf titles. In 1889, Cincinnati and Brooklyn players were arrested during a game for playing on Sunday.In 1922, the Chicago Cubs beat the Philadelphia Phillies 26-23. The 49 combined runs is the

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11:21

David Feherty won the Scottish Open, Lost the Trophy,...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/24

In 1986, then golfer, now golf commentator David Feherty won the Scottish Open and then several hours later lost the trophy somewhere in Glasgow or beyond. In 1919, Cleveland pitcher Ray Caldwell was on the mound when he was struck by lightning. After he regained consciousness, he finished out the game. In 1983, Baltimore pitcher Tippy Martinez picked off three runners in a single inning to become the first and only pitcher in MLB history to do that. In 1989, Pete Rose was banned from baseball by

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11:39

Gaylord Perry ejected for lubing the baseball,...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/23

In 1982, Gaylord Perry was ejected for doctoring the baseball for the only time in his career. In 1989, Montreal Expos' mascot Youppi! was ejected after upsetting LA Dodgers' manager Tommy Lasorda.In 1936, Cleveland pitcher Bob Feller made his MLB debut and struck out 15 to pick up his first win. In 1957, the Little League baseball team from Monterrey, Mexico became the first team from outside the US to win the LLWS.

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18:46

U.S. Basketbrawl in Moscow, Juan Marichal wielded a...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/22

In 1973, the US Men's Basketball team got in a fight with the Cuban national team. In 1965, San Francisco's Juan Marichal hit Dodger catcher John Roseboro with a bat in an ugly brawl.In 1960, Billy Martin, then a Cincinnati Red was sued by Chicago Cub pitcher Jim Brewer for a brawl they'd been involved with a few weeks before. In 2007, the Texas Rangers beat the Baltimore Orioles 30-3. The 30 runs is the most ever scored by a single team in MLB history. In 2015, the first American born and raised

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13:41

Most Improbable Comeback in MLB, Ken Harrelson fired...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/21

In 1990, the Philadelphia Phillies scored 9 runs in the top of the ninth to beat the LA Dodgers 12-11.In 1967, Ken 'the Hawk' Harrelson was fired as a player by owner Charlie Finley. Harrelson was able to negotiate with different teams eventually signing with the Boston Red Sox. In 1901, Baltimore Orioles pitcher Joe McGinnity stomped on umpire Tom Connolly's foot and spit tobacco juice in his face in an argument that led to a suspension. In 2011, golfer Webb Simpson, a guy who’d grown up in

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14:18

The New York Harmonica Incident, Tiger dueled Bob May...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/20

In 1964, Phil Linz and the Harmonica Incident. In 2000, Tiger beat Bob May in a three-hole playoff to win the PGA Championship. In 2006, Tiger won his third PGA Championship.In 1967, Charlie Sifford won his first official PGA Tournament. In 1945, 17 year old Tommy Brown became the youngest to ever hit a home run in the Majors. Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly BooksStirling Roastery - This DiSH

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17:35

Tyson's First Fight after prison, Lee Trevino won his...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/19

In 1995, Mike Tyson fought his first fight in 3 1/2 years, stopping Peter McNeeley is 1:20. In 1984, Lee Trevino won the PGA Championship.In 1951, St. Louis Browns owner signed 3'8" Eddie Gaedel to a contract and sent him to the plate. In 1997, Wade Boggs made his first appearance as a relief pitcher. In 1941, Pittsburgh Pirates manager Frankie Frisch was ejected from a game after raising an umbrella.

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18:49

Gene Sarazen First to pull the double, the *yawn* end...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/18

In 1922, Gene Sarazen became the first golfer to win the US Open and the PGA Championship in the same year. In 1983, it was a ho-hum end to the 'Pine Tar Game.'In 1967, Tony Canigliaro was hit in the face with a fastball and nearly became the second fatality in a Major League Baseball game. In 1992, Boston Celtic great Larry Bird retired.In 2002, Rich Beem won the PGA Championship.Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly Books

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17:55

NFL in Tokyo, Ray Chapman killed by a pitch, and...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/16

In 1976, the NFL played its first game outside of the US. St. Louis beat San Diego 20-10. In 1920, Ray Chapman was hit by a Carl Mays' pitch. He died a few hours later.In 1987, Toronto Blue Jay Lloyd Moseby stole second base twice … on the same play.In 2009, Y.E. Yang beat Tiger Woods in the PGA Championship.In 2003, Christiano Ronaldo made his English Premier League debut with Manchester United. In 1954, Sports Illustrated printed its first issue. THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive the greatest

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17:55

Tiger vs. Sergio Feud Flashpoint - This DiSH for Aug. 15

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/15

In 1999, 19-year old Sergio Garcia chased 23-year old Tiger Woods during the final round of the PGA Championship, staring him down after a birdie putt on 13. In 2010, Dustin Johnson got hit with a 2-shot penalty on the final hole for grounding his club what he thought was a waste area. It knocked him out of a playoff. Germany's Martin Kaymar won instead. In 1993, Greg Norman came up short in the PGA Championship, losing to Paul Azinger by a shot. In 1989, San Francisco Giants pitcher Dave Dravecky

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13:08

'The Boys in the Boat' win Gold, Olympic Mudball, and...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/14

In 1936, the US rowing 8 from the University of Washington won gold in the Olympics. It inspired Daniel James Brown’s book, ‘The Boys in the Boat.’Also in 1936, the US won the first gold medal in basketball. The game was played outside during a rain storm.In 1977, Lanny Wadkins won the PGA Championship. It was his only major title. In 1959, the AFL was officially formed. Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly Books

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15:52

Mickey Mantle died, Joe Montana injured, and Jesse...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/13

In 1995, Mickey Mantle died.In 1991, Joe Montana felt a pop in his elbow that led to the rise of Steve Young.In 1936, Avery Brundage banned Jesse Owens for life. THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive 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.Mentioned in this

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19:18

Basebrawl in Atlanta, Darryl Stingley paralyzed, and...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/12

In 1984, the Braves and Padres had more fights than runs. 17 players and 4 coaches were ejected.In 1978, New England Patriots wide receiver Darryl Stingley was paralyzed after a vicious hit by Oakland Raider Jack Tatum. In 1973, golfer Jack Nicklaus won what was thought at the time to be his 14th major golf tournament. Two of those in that count were US Amateur wins but those were later disallowed. HIn 1957, boxer Albert ‘Chalky’ Wright died in what was first thought to be under suspicious

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14:45

Lee Trevino Found a putter, Won a Major, John Daly,...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/11

In 1974, Lee Trevino won the PGA Championship.In 1991, John Daly won the PGA Championship as the 9th alternate. In 1950, legendary New York Yankee Joe DiMaggio was benched for the first time in his career.In 1968, the Atlanta Braves signed Satchel Paige.In 2020, the Columbus Blue Jackets and Tampa Bay Lightning set an NHL record, combining for 151 shots on goal.THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to

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14:31

1974 NFL Strike Ended after 'Scab' Players Used, Down...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/10

In 1974, the NFL players decided to end their strike after the commish and the owners were okay using scab players. But it, along with John Mackey's challenge of the Rozelle Rule, it did put some pressure on the league that led to change in two years. In 1984, Mary Decker tripped over Zola Budd's bare feet and fell during the Olympic Women's 3000 meter Final.In 1953, Lew Worsham dropped a shot into the cup from the fairway for an eagle and a win. It was a TV first.In 2014, Rickie Fowler and Phil

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11:43

Wayne Gretzky traded to the LA Kings, Usain Bolt's to...

This Day in Sports History ·

2025/08/09

In 1988, Wayne Gretzky was traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Los Angeles Kings. In 2012, Usain Bolt won the 200 meter sprint at the Olympics becoming the first Olympian to win both the 100 and the 200 in back to back Olympics.In 1936, it was Jesse Owens rounding out his Olympic performance with another gold medal.In 1976, Cal Hubbard was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUNDRelive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the

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