Sports History Network

Pro Football in the 1970s is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . JOE ZAGORSKI'S BOOKS ON AMAZON From the Outhouse to the Penthouse: The Football Journey of Hall of Famer Larry Little Free Spirit at Free Safety: The Incredible (But True!) Football Journey of Bill Bradley The 2,003-Yard Odyssey: The Juice, The Electric Company, and an Epic Run...

In 1994, Formula One driver Ayrton Senna was killed during a race a Imola. In 1999, three spectators were killed at Lowes Motor Speedway when debris from a crash flew into the stands. In 1920, the Boston Braves and Brooklyn Robins played the longest MLB game in terms of innings. They played 26 innings and ended the game tied 1-1. In 2003, Baltimore Orioles pitcher B.J. Ryan won a baseball game wit...

In 1993, Monica Seles was stabbed during a match in Germany. in 1971, the Milwaukee Bucks won the NBA Championship in only their third year as a franchise. In 1956., the St. Louis Hawks traded Bill Russell to the Boston Celtics. In 1922, Chicago White Sox rookie Charlie Robertson pitched a perfect game against the Detroit Tigers. In 1976, Muhammad Ali retained his heavyweight title with a 15-round...

In 1986, Boston's Roger Clemens became the first MLB pitcher to strike out 20 in a 9-inning game. In 2012, the LA Clippers erased a 27-point second half deficit to beat Memphis in their first round playoff series. In 1971, the New York Rangers got a Pete Stemkowski goal in the third overtime to beat Chicago and extend their playoff series. In 1970, LA Laker Jerry West sank a desperation 60-footer...

Gridiron America Radio is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY Sadly, the planned relaunch of the former Gridiron Japan Radio podcast on SHN did not go as planned this past week, and we do very much apologize. However, we had some unaired episodes still left in our vault and want to share them with you, including this one- Gridiron Gyudon. I...

Gridiron America Radio is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In this unaired episode in the SHN Gridiron Japan Radio vault (as stated in the liner notes for Episode 51 of this podcast, the planned relaunch of GJR did not go as planned and thus unfortunately has been discontinued), Greg St. James sits down with author John Kowalski, whose f...

What if the modern NBA went back to just 8 teams like they had in the 1960s? Only 16% of the current players would still have a roster spot in a reduced league. Everyone else would have to play in the G-league, Europe, Australia, or just get a regular job. We took the top 80 players from the 2024-2025 NBA and placed them on 8 teams. Here is what those teams would look like: Team 1 - San Francisco...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . YESTERDAY'S SPORTS HOME PAGE EPISODE SUMMARY Step back in time to an era of leather helmets and legendary grit as Mark chronicles the 1940s Chicago Bears , the original "Monsters of the Midway." This decade marked a period of unparalleled dominance where George Halas built a juggernaut that defined...

In 2009, the Carolina Hurricanes scored two goals in the final 90 seconds to beat the New Jersey Devils 4-3 and advance to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. In 1988, the Baltimore Orioles lost their 21st straight game to open the season, the MLB record for futility out of the gate. In 1974, PGA touring pro Mike Reasor posted the worst four-round score in a PGA Event. In 1967, Muhammad...

This podcast episode delves into the remarkable achievements of Gene Roberts, a football player whose career is often overlooked yet exemplifies extraordinary talent across multiple leagues. We explore the serendipitous nature of his journey, from his early days in Kansas City to leading in scoring at both the collegiate and professional levels, including the NFL and Canadian football leagues. Rob...

In 1956, boxer Rocky Marciano retired as the only undefeated heavyweight champ. In 1960, the Minneapolis Lakers got the go ahead to move to Los Angeles after concessions were made. In 1983, Nolan Ryan passed Walter Johnson on the all-time strikeouts list. In 1947, MLB celebrated Babe Ruth day at every ballpark in the league. And in today’s ‘nothing to do with sports’ fun fact … On April 27, 1792,...

In 1983, the Baltimore Colts drafted John Elway with the top pick of the NFL draft, despite his warning to not select him. In 1931, New York Yankee Lou Gehrig hit a home run but passed a baserunner on his trip around the bases. That erased the HR which would eventually leave him tied for the Major League lead at the end of the season. In 2006, Kobe Bryant decided to change his number from 8 to 24....

The Pro Football Time Machine is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY *********** THE PRO FOOTBALL TIME MACHINE BACKGROUND PRO FOOTBALL TIME MACHINE WEB PAGE Every two weeks, you’ll take a trip with me and Zo-Zo the cat to discover events and people who contributed, each in their own way, to building a league that has become the king of prof...

In 1950, the Boston Celtics drafted Chuck Cooper with the 13th overall pick, making him the first black player drafted to play in the NBA. In 1978, the Phillie Phanatic made its debut. In 1974, the NFL decided to move the goalposts to the back of the endzone and adopted an sudden death overtime format. In 2016, Tom Brady's 4-game suspension for deflategate was reinstated by the 2nd US Circuit Cour...

In 1963, the Boston Celtics beat the LA Lakers to win their fifth straight NBA Championship. It was Bob Cousy's final game as a Celtic. In 2004, the San Diego Chargers picked Eli Manning with the top overall pick despite Eli pleading with them to not select him. In 1927, golfer Bobby Jones holed his first ace on a 173 yard par 3 at East Lake Country Club in Atlanta. In 1945, Happy Chandler was nam...

Gridiron America Radio is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY For our 50th episode we begin the new weekly show, Gridiron America Today, where we talk about, well, all things football. In this episode, in which we are still very much trying to get our sea legs, we take a look at where the UFL is at after four weeks and see where it stands r...

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,' thou...

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-Joh...

The paramount focus of this discourse revolves around the intricate dynamics associated with being the number one pick in the NFL draft, a selection that bears the weight of immense expectations and the potential to shape the destiny of franchises. Throughout this episode, we delve into the historical ramifications of such pivotal choices, illustrating how they can either culminate in the establis...

Not all Olympic heroes win the gold. In fact, there are so many heroes who never stepped onto the medal podium. On this episode of Sports' Forgotten Heroes, we're going to look back at some very unique heroes from several past Olympics, summer and winter. We shine a spotlight on a different kind of greatness—the kind that doesn’t always come with gold medals or headline recognition. Joining me on...

For decades Oscar Schmidt was the greatest scorer in basketball history, amassing over 49,000 points for club and country. He played for 29 years at the professional level. For many years he was considered the best player in the world outside the NBA. So why did he never join the NBA? Today, we answer that question and more. CREDITS Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice Jacob Loayza: Edi...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . YESTERDAY'S SPORTS HOME PAGE EPISODE SUMMARY Step back in time to an era of leather helmets and legendary grit as Mark chronicles the 1940s Chicago Bears , the original "Monsters of the Midway." This decade marked a period of unparalleled dominance where George Halas built a juggernaut that defined...

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 t...

The primary focus of our discussion is the historical evolution of pass defense in football, specifically examining the chronological precedence of man-to-man versus zone pass defense. We delve into the intricate dynamics of the passing game, which has become a quintessential aspect of modern football, underscoring the necessity of effective pass defense strategies. Our esteemed guest, Timothy P....

The second overall pick in the NFL draft is often regarded as a tantalizing opportunity, yet it frequently embodies a duality of triumph and calamity, as this episode elucidates. We delve into the historical significance of this pivotal selection, examining the careers of both celebrated legends, such as Lawrence Taylor and Eric Dickerson, and notorious busts, including Ryan Leaf and Tony Mandaric...