This Day in Sports History (10/4/2020 – (10/10/2020)

Introduction

October 4th, 1922

• It was a groundbreaking moment when, for the very first time, the whole MLB World Series could be heard on the radio airwaves.

October 5th, 1982

• In an exciting moment for the franchise, the New Jersey Devils took to the ice for their inaugural game.

October 6th, 1923

• In a notable play, the National League witnessed its first-ever unassisted triple play.

October 7th, 1916

In a historic match that set records, Georgia Tech achieved a staggering 222 – 0 victory against Cumberland University, marking the greatest margin of victory in American College Football.

October 8th, 1927

• The New York Yankees completed a clean sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates, securing their 24th championship in the MLB World Series.

October 9th, 1921

• Babe Ruth marked a significant milestone by hitting his debut World Series Home Run.

October 10th, 1920

• Elmer Smith made history by hitting the very first grand slam in a World Series game, representing the Cleveland Indians.

Written by: David Green