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Today in Sports History-Wozniacki wins her first Grand Slam
By The Associated Press 11 hrs ago
Jan. 27
1937 — Tris Speaker and Cy Young are elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
1973 — UCLA, led by Bill Walton, sets an NCAA record...
Today in History-Week Ahead Jan. 27- Feb. 2
By The Associated Press 11 hrs ago
Jan. 31
1920 — Joe Malone of the Quebec Bulldogs scores an NHL-record seven goals in a 10-6 victory over the Toronto St. Patricks.
1941 —...
Today in Sports History-Larry Nassar found guilty
By The Associated Press Jan. 23, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 24
1939 — Eddie Collins, Wee Willie Keeler and George Sisler are elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
1956 — Bob Pettit of the St....
Today in Sports History-Davis sets an NFL playoff record TDs
By The Associated Press Jan. 22, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 23
1944 — The Detroit Red Wings defeat the New York Rangers 15-0 to set an NHL record for consecutive goals.
1959 — In the NBA All...
Okogie, Bridges lead short-handed Suns past Pacers 112-107
By David Brandt Jan. 22, 2023 12:52 AM EST
Today in Sports History-Bryant scores staggering 81 points
By The Associated Press Jan. 21, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 22
1920 — The New York Yankees announce they will be the first team to wear uniform numbers, according to the player’s position in batting order.
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Today in Sports History-Thompson sets an NBA record
By The Associated Press Jan. 20, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 21
1921 — Kenesaw Mountain Landis takes office as baseball’s commissioner.
1947 — Carl Hubbell, Frank Frisch, Mickey Cochrane, and...
Today in Sports History-Astos Hinch and Luhnow are fired
By The Associated Press Jan. 12, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 13
1962 — Wilt Chamberlain scores an NBA regulation-game record 73 points to lead the Philadelphia Warriors to a 135-117 triumph over the Chicago...
Today in Sports History-Howard breaks Chamberlain's record
By The Associated Press Jan. 11, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 12
1951 — Ezzard Charles knocks out Lee Oma in the 10th round at Madison Square Garden in New York to retain the heavyweight title.
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Today in Sports History-House scores 61 points to tie record
By The Associated Press Jan. 07, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 8
1972 — The NCAA announces freshmen will be eligible to play on varsity football and basketball teams starting in the fall.
1973 —...
Today in Sports History-Jan. 7-Jackson gets 900th NBA win
By The Associated Press Jan. 06, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 7
1920 — Joe Malone of Quebec scores two goals to become the NHL’s career leader with 59 and leads the Bulldogs to a 4-3 victory over the Toronto...
Today in Sports History-Griffey Jr. elected to Hall of Fame
By The Associated Press Jan. 05, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 6
1951 — The Indianapolis Olympians beat the Rochester Royals 75-73 in six overtimes, the longest game in NBA history.
1976 — Ted...
Today in Sports History-2016 - Butler breaks Jordan's record
By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2023 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 3
1920 — Boston Red Sox owner Harry Frazee sells pitcher-outfielder Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees for $125,000 plus a $350,000 loan.
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Today in Sports History-Thomas sets scoring record with 52
By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 30
1956 — The New York Giants win the NFL title with a 47-7 rout of the Chicago Bears.
1962 — The Green Bay Packers beat the New...
AP source: Ishbia agrees to buy Suns, Mercury for $4 billion
By Tim Reynolds Dec. 20, 2022 03:02 PM EST
Today in Sports History-Curry sets NBA record, 3 pt. shots
By The Associated Press Dec. 13, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 14
1920 — Jack Dempsey knocks out Bill Brennan in the 12th round at Madison Square Garden to retain his world heavyweight title.
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Doncic, Mavericks preserve big lead, roll past Suns 130-111
By Schuyler Dixon Dec. 05, 2022 11:00 PM EST