Today in Sports History: 4/15

Today in Sports History: 4/15

1896 – The first modern Olympic games come to a close in Athens, Greece. The USA wins the most gold medals with 11. 1910 – William Howard Taft becomes the first president to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at a baseball game. 1927 – Babe Ruth hits his first home...

Today in Sports History: 3/14

Today in Sports History: 3/14

1933 – The Chicago Blackhawks forfeit a game after the team refuses to return to the ice following the ejection of coach Tom Gorman. The Bruins, who lead 3-2 at the team, are credited with a 1-0 victory. 1954 – The Baltimore Bullets fall on the road at Milwaukee,...