This Day in Sports History (10/27/2019 – 11/02/2019)

Introduction

October 27th, 2004

• The Boston Red Sox secured their first World Series title since 1918 by triumphing over the Saint Louis Cardinals in 2004.

October 28th, 1959

• The Buffalo Bills officially join the American Football League.

October 29th, 1960

• In his inaugural professional boxing match, Cassius Clay, later known as Muhammad Ali, showcased his skills by defeating Tunney Hunsaker in six rounds.

October 30th, 2008

• The Philadelphia Phillies clinched the 2008 World Series by outplaying the Tampa Bay Rays, winning four out of five games.

October 31st, 1988

• The inaugural Monday Night Football game took place, where the Indianapolis Colts emerged victorious against the Denver Broncos with a score of 55-23.

November 1st, 1924

• The Boston Bruins were established as the first NHL franchise based in the United States.

November 2nd, 1969

• A new NFL record for the highest number of touchdown passes in a game was achieved, with both Charlie Johnson of the St. Louis Rams and Billy Kramer of the New Orleans Saints throwing six touchdown passes each.

Written by: David Green