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April 8 History in 1980s Baseball
Happy Birthday to The Kid, Will Clark makes a splash in his debut, and a horrible beaning highlight April 8th in 1980s Baseball — 80sbaseball.com
J. Daniel's look at April 8th in 1980s Baseball history
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This Day in Hockey History – May 19
It’s been 25 years since Canadiens changed the face of hockey with Cup victory over Flyers The defining moment 25 years ago was an explosion of body on wood, when Canadiens defenceman Larry Robinson nearly drove Philadelphia Flyers forward Gary Dornhoefer clear through the unforgiving boards of the Forum. In his book The Game, former — www.thisdayinhockeyhistory.com
ThisDayinHockeyHistory.com remembers May 2001 - Canadiens launch 2nd dynasty.
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This Day in Hockey History – May 25, 1990
BOSTON (CP) — Wayne Gretzky’s shadow hung over the Edmonton Oilers for two years. Only a Stanley Cup could make it go away and that’s just what Mark Messier, Kevin Lowe, Glenn Anderson and Gretzky’s other ex-teammates accomplished with heart and flair Thursday night. “This is for you Gretz,” Messier said in the champagne-soaked Bosto’n — www.thisdayinhockeyhistory.com
The 1990 Edmonton Oilers Win Stanley Cup as Mark Messier says ‘This one’s for Gretzky’
Today in Hockey History - May 29
The Great One breaking hearts in Toronto is among the numerous Stanley Cup playoff moments to happen on this date in NHL history. — thehockeywriters.com
The Hockey Writers website shares nuggets like:
1973 - The LA Kings acquired defenseman Bob Murdoch and forward Randy Rota from the Canadiens in exchange for a future first-round draft choice.
1993 - Campbell Conference Final between the Los Angeles Kings and Toronto Maple Leafs was one of the most memorable playoff series.
Today in Hockey History - May 30
From Stanley Cup Final drama to coaching changes and trades, May 30 has provided us with a little bit of everything in NHL history. — thehockeywriters.com
The Hockey Writers blog posts that on May 30:
1985 - The Edmonton Oilers won their second straight championship by defeating the Philadelphia Flyers 8-3 in Game 5.
1992 - The Penguins won the Stanley Cup Final game on this date, as Goalie Tom Barrasso shutout the Blackhawks 1-0.
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May 3rd in Hockey History
May 3 has had a knack for drama. In addition to multiple OT goals, the league crowned its first-ever European-born scoring champion. — thehockeywriters.com
The Hockey Writers let us know about May 3 Hockey history. NHL May 3
Smokey Joe Williams Video History of the Legend
Tall, hard-throwing right-hander Smokey Joe Williams dominated early 20th-century black baseball. He is said to have pitched dozens of no-hitters, many of th... — www.youtube.com
This video tells the story of Smokey Joe Williams, a legendary right-handed pitcher who dominated the Negro leagues in the early 20th century. It highlights his long career, spanning over 25 years, and his peak with the New York Lincoln Giants. The video emphasizes Williams's exceptional pitching skills, mentioning his incredible speed, pinpoint control, and ability to strike out batters with ease. Notably, it details his awe-inspiring feat of striking out 27 batters in a single game at the age of 44! The video also recognizes Williams's legacy as the greatest pitcher in Negro league history, as declared by the Pittsburgh Courier, and his well-deserved induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1999. So, if you're interested in learning about a true baseball legend and a significant figure in Negro league history, this video is definitely worth watching!
Presenting Smokey Joe Williams from the Baseball Hall of Fame Biographies collection
Today in Hockey History - May 31
May 31 was a very busy day for goaltenders and defensemen across the league while some teams got one win closer to the ultimate prize. — thehockeywriters.com
The Hockey Writers blog posts that on May 31:
1987 - The Edmonton Oilers won their third championship in four seasons in game 7 over the Flyers.
2002 - Dominik Hasek stoned walled in the Colorado Avalanche as the Detroit Red Wings posted a 7-0 victory over the in Game 7 of the Western Conference Final.
2017 - Penguins' Jake Guentzel scored a pair of goals against the Nashville Predators in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
These May 31 posts and more await.
May 27 NBA History
If the Lakers win the championship this season, it will be because of the Denver Nuggets. Rather, the Nuggets and whatever happened at the Lakers facility on May 26... — bleacherreport.com
May 27, 2009: The Day Kobe Bryant Gambled and the Lakers Became Champions is remembered by the Bleacher Report in this article
June 19 Baseball History
The Starting Nine column provides this June 19 tidbit:
1942- New York Yankee centerfielder Joe DiMaggio strikes out three times in one game. It was the first and only such occurrence in his 13-year career.
1942- New York Yankee centerfielder Joe DiMaggio strikes out three times in one game. It was the first and only such occurrence in his 13-year career.
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November 8
In this edition of the Sports Break, we cover the top events in sports history along with the players and athletes that were a part of them on November 8. As a bonus, we place the jersey number worn at the time with the athlete as well.
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November 7
In this edition of the Sports Break, we cover the top events in sports history along with the players and athletes that were a part of them on November 7. As a bonus, we place the jersey number worn at the time with the athlete as well.
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The Greatest Boston Bruins of All Time
The Boston Bruins have a rich history, and they have produced some of the best players in the NHL. The Boston Bruins originated in 1924, when Charles Adams was awarded a franchise in the National Hockey League (NHL). Adams, a grocery magnate, wanted to bring the NHL to the United States, and ...
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The Boston Celtics are a top franchise in NBA history, with 17 championships. This success is largely due to the great players who have worn a Celtics uniform over the years. In this article, we will take a closer look at the careers of star Celtics players, thier jersey numbers, and why they are c...
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November 6
In this edition of the Sports Break, we cover the top events in sports history along with the players and athletes that were a part of them on November 6. As a bonus, we place the jersey number worn at the time with the athlete as well.
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November 5
In this edition of the Sports Break, we cover the top events in sports history along with the players and athletes that were a part of them on November 5. As a bonus, we place the jersey number worn at the time with the athlete as well.
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Bears versus Cardinals: The NFL's Oldest Rivalry
Author Joe Ziemba the master historian of football in Chicago has released another beauty. It is titled Bears versus Cardinals: The NFL's Oldest Rivalry.
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Hut! Hut! Hike! Book
Historian Timothy P. Brown has released another excellent book to help fill our football minds with knowledge. His latest is called Hut! Hut! Hike!: A History of Football Terminology.[/br]more information
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