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This Day in Sports History
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1896 – The first modern Olympic Games begin in Athens, Greece. American athlete James B. Connelly wins the first event –...
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This Day in Sports History
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1915 – In a heavyweight bout held in Havana, Cuba, Jess Willard beats Jack Johnson in the 26th round to win...
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This Day in Sports History
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1937 – Byron Nelson wins the Masters by two strokes over Ralph Guldahl. 1974 – Hank Aaron ties Babe Ruth’s career...
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This Day in Sports History
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1930 – The Montreal Canadiens complete a two-game sweep of Boston to win the Stanley Cup. 1987 – The Cubs trade...
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This Day in Sports History
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1931 – 17-year-old girl pitcher Jackie Mitchell strikes out both Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth in an exhibition game. 1972 –...
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This Day in Sports History
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1938 – Joe Louis knocks out Harry Thomas in the fifth round to retain the world heavyweight title. 1969 – The...