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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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06:25

Jerry West's 53 soon inspired the NBA logo, Fernando...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/23

In 1969, LA Laker Jerry West scored 53 and dished 11 assists to lift the Lakers to the win in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. A picture taken that night soon became the inspiration for the NBA logo. In 1999, Fernando Tatis, Sr hit a pair of grand slams in the same inning, the first and only to do it. In 1976, Harry Caray entertained a Chicago crowd with the singing of 'Take me out to the ballgame,' though he never intended to do so. In 1964, Houston pitcher Ken Johnson became the first and only MLB

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05:35

First Major League Baseball Game, Atlanta Braves'...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/22

In 1876 the first major league baseball game was played between the Boston Red Caps in Philadelphia Athletics.In 1947, the first championship series of the new Basketball Association of America with the Philadelphia Warriors beating the Chicago Stags.In 1982, the Atlanta Braves lost for the first time after setting the MLB record with 13 straight wins to start the season.In 1969, Robin Knox-Johnston became the only sailor of 9 who started to finish the first Golden Globe Yacht race, a solo, non-stop

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03:53

Carolina Hurricanes win with .02 left, Bill Barilko's...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/21

In 2009, Carolina's Jussi Jokinen redirected the game winner past New Jersey's Marty Brodeur with .02 left in the game. In 1951, Toronto's Bill Barilko scored an OT goal to win the Stanley Cup for the Maple Leafs. In 2025, the LA Kings rebounded from giving up two quick goals to score the game winner with 41 seconds left to beat the Edmonton Oilers.In 1980, Rosie Ruiz crossed the finish line at the Boston Marathon and was crowned the winner of the women's race. Eight days later she was stripped of

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05:13

MJ poured in 63, Fenway Park opened, and Greg LeMond...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/20

In 1986, Chicago Bull Michael Jordan set a new NBA playoff record, scoring 63 against the Boston Celtics in a loss.In 1912, Boston's Fenway Park opened for business with a game between the Red Sox and the team that would soon become known as the Yankees.In 1957, American John J. Kelley broke a 12-year drought of an American winning the Boston Marathon, running the newly redesigned and re-measured race course in 2 hours 20 minutes 5 seconds.In 1987, cyclist Greg LeMond was nearly killed after his

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06:11

Sixers and Pistons Brawl in the Palace, the Exploding...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/19

In 1990, the Detroit Pistons and Philadelphia 76ers got into an epic fight at the end of a 10-point Philly win.In 1960, the exploding scoreboard debuted at Chicago's Comiskey Park after Minnie Minoso's Grand Slam homer in the fourth inning.In 1967, Katherine Switzer became the first woman to run the Boston Marathon even though women were not permitted to enter.

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05:37

Bill Russell's 30/40 game 7 heroics, Maple Leafs...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/18

In 1962, Bill Russell scored 30 points and grabbed an NBA Finals Game 7 record 40 rebounds as Boston beat LA to win the championship. In 1966, Bill Russell was named coach of the Celtics, becoming the first black head coach in the NBA. In 1996, Orlando's Dennis Scott hit an NBA record 11 three point shots in a win against Atlanta. Klay Thompson now has the record with 14. Scott's 11 isn't even in the top ten now. In 1942, Toronto beat Detroit to win the Stanley Cup. The Leafs became the first NHL

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04:47

Mickey Mantle's Tape Measure shot, F1 Driver became a...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/17

In 1953, New York Yankee Mickey Mantle belted a 535-foot home run. It was measured and from that point on, any long homer is called a tape measure shot because of it. In 1976, Philadelphia Phillie Mike Schmidt hit 4 consecutive home runs against the Chicago Cubs in an 18-16 win. In 1943, F1 Driver St. John Horsfall drove two British intelligence officers and a corpse to be used in 'Operation Mincemeat' to a port in Scotland. It was a key part in a delicate secret mission.In 1911, American League

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04:50

Arrest Warrants issued for 3 Philadelphia Flyers, Bob...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/16

In 1976, arrest warrants were issued for three Philadelphia Flyers for assault in fights that occurred during an NHL playoff game against Toronto the previous night.In 1961, the Chicago Blackhawks broke a 23 year drought to win their third Stanley Cup.In 1940, Cleveland Indians pitcher Bob Feller pitched the only opening day no-hitter.In 1929, the New York Yankees and Cleveland Indians wore numbers on the back of their uniforms. It was the first time both teams wore numbers on their jerseys in the

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04:08

Jackie Robinson integrated MLB, Havlicek 'Stole the...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/15

In 1947, Jackie Robinson integrated major league baseball, making his debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers in a 5-3 win over the Boston Braves. In 1965, John Havlicek stole the inbounds pass to secure a Boston Celtic victory to advance to the NBA Finals.In 1989, 94 Liverpool fans died and 766 were injured in a crowd crush during the FA Cup semifinal against Nottingham Forest at Hillsborough Stadium in Sheffield.In 2015, former New England Patriot Aaron Hernandez was found guilty for the first degree

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03:53

Roberto De Vincenzo's 'Big, Stupid' mistake, Montreal...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/14

In 1968, golfer Roberto De Vincenzo signed a card for a round of 66 instead of what he shot, a 65, costing him a shot an 18-hole playoff for the Masters.In 1910, President William Howard Taft threw out the first pitch at a Washington Senators game. In 1960, the Maurice Richard led Montreal Canadiens won their fifth straight Stanley Cup with a 4-0 win in a sweep of Toronto. In 2024, Houston Rocket Boban Marjanović intentionally missed two free throws in the fourth quarter, gifting LA Clippers fans

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05:15

Mize's Miracle Nailed Norman, Snead Snuffed Hogan's...

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2026/04/12

In 1987, Augusta's native son Larry Mize sank a miracle birdie chip to beat Greg Norman and win the Masters.In 1954, Sam Snead beat Ben Hogan in an 18-hole playoff to win his third and final Masters Green Jacket. In 1980, Ted Stepien bought the Cleveland Cavaliers. It turned into such a disaster that the NBA would institute the Stepien Rule after he sold the team. In 1877, Harvard's James Tyng became the first catcher to wear a mask.

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05:31

Fantastic Frozen Four Finish, Hextall scored in the...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/11

In 2009, Boston University scored two goals in the final minute of regulation to force overtime and then scored the game winner in OT to win the National Championship. In 1989, Philadelphia Flyers' goalie Ron Hextall scored an empty net goal, becoming the first goalie to score in a Stanley Cup playoff game. In 2003, the Miami Heat retired Michael Jordan's #23. In 1966, Emmett Ashford became the first black umpire in Major League Baseball.

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03:49

First Masters Green Jacket Awarded, Lee Elder broke...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/10

In 1949, Sam Snead won his first Masters and became the first to receive a green jacket. Past winners were given a green jacket retroactively. In 1975, Lee Elder became the first black man to play in The Masters. In 1999, the Chicago Bulls only managed 49 points in a loss to the Miami Heat. It's the lowest point output in an NBA game in the shot clock era. In 1938, French race car driver René Dreyfus, who was also Jewish, drove to a win in the Pau Gran Prix in his French built Dalahaye race car

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05:20

Eighth Wonder of the World Opened, Celtics/Bucks...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/09

In 1965, the Houston Astrodome opened for business featuring an exhibition game between the New York Yankees and the Astros. In 2024, Boston and Milwaukee set an NBA record when the two teams combined for just 2 free throws. Boston became the first and only team (so far) to not attempt a free throw in an NBA game. In 1989, golfer Scott Hoch missed a 2-foot par putt on the first playoff hole that would have won the Masters. Nick Faldo won on the following playoff hole. In 1981, LA Dodger rookie

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05:13

Hank Aaron hit #715, Frank Robinson became MLB's...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/08

In 1974, Atlanta Braves' Hank Aaron hit his 715th career home run to pass Babe Ruth. In 1975, Frank Robinson became the first black manager in Major League Baseball. In 1975, the Boston Celtics ended a dismal season. Head Coach Dave Cowans was fired soon after. Cowans is the last player/coach in the NBA.

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03:43

Gene Sarazen's Miracle Albatross, Herschel Walker...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/07

In 1935, golfer Gene Sarazen holed out from the fairway on Augusta National's 15th hole for a double eagle 2. He went on to force a playoff and then win in a 36-hole playoff. In 1963, golfer Jack Nicklaus won the first of his six Masters Green JacketsIn 1985, Herschel Walker scored the on the longest TD run in USFL history while compiling a USFL record 233 rushing yards. In 1928, New York Rangers Head Coach Lester Patrick inserted himself as the replacement goalie after Lorne Chabot was injured

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03:17

Tickling in MMA?, a 7 hour Boxing match?, and the...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/06

In 2024, MMA fighter Mason Lewis used an unconventional method of tickling his opponent to escape a hold.In 1893, boxers Andy Bowen and Jack Burke fought to a draw in New Orleans after 7 hours, 19 minutes.In 1987, Sugar Ray Leonard won a controversial split decision over reigning middleweight champion Marvelous Marvin Hagler.In 1896, the modern Olympic games were born in Greece.

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06:28

Villanova shocked Georgetown to win the Title, Mike...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/04/01

In 1985, 8 seed Villanova beat Georgetown to win the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. As an 8 seed are still the lowest seed to win it all. In 1978, New York Islander's rookie Mike Bossy scored his 50th goal of the season, becoming the first rookie to reach that plateau. In 2007, Morgan Pressel won the LPGA's Kraft Nabisco Championship at the age of 18 years, 313 days, becoming the youngest woman to win an LPGA event and the youngest (men or women) to win a Major Golf Tournament. In 1996, MLB

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04:45

Notre Dame Football Coach Knute Rockne killed in a...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/03/31

In 1931, Notre Dame football coach Knute Rockne was killed in a plane crash in Kansas. The crash led to reforms in airplane design and construction.In 2001, Duke rallied from a 22-point deficit to beat Maryland to advance to the NCAA Championship game.In 1985, golfer Calvin Peete won the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass for his first PGA Tour win.In 1974, the Toronto Northmen of the new World League of American football signed three Miami Dolphins to play for the team. Larry Csonka, Jim Kiick,

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12:11

Dean Smith won it all, a Swimmer sidetracked Sluman,...

This Day in Sports History ·

2026/03/29

In1982,theNorthCarolinaTarHeelsbeattheGeorgetownHoyas63-62.In1976,theIndianaHoosiersbeattheMichiganWolverinestowinthetheNationalChampionshipandfinishtheyearaperfect32-0.TheHoosiersarethelastteamtogothroughtheseasonandwinthetitleundefeated.AlsoBobbyKnightbecamethefirsttowinachampionshipasaplayerandheadcoach.In1981,itwasthebeginningoftheendfortheAIAWChampionship.LouisianaTechbeatTennessee79-59.In1987,JeffSlumanandSandyLylewerelockedinasuddendeathplayoffatthePlayersChampionship.Slumanwasliningupapotenti

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