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This Day in Sports History (12/8/2019 – 12/14/2019)

Introduction

This Day in Sports History (12/8/2019 – 12/14/2019)

December 8th, 1940

  • The inaugural NFL championship game was aired on national radio, where the Chicago Bears achieved a resounding victory over the Washington Redskins, finishing the game 73 to 0.

December 9th, 1995

  • Eddie George, a running back, earned the prestigious 61st Heisman Trophy while representing The Ohio State University.

December 10th, 1973

  • In a historic decision, the American League unanimously approved the introduction of the designated hitter rule, which was to be tested for a period of three years.

December 11th, 1866

  • The very first yacht competition took place, sailing across the vast Atlantic Ocean.

December 12th, 1930

  • Major League Baseball implemented a new regulation stating that if a ball were to bounce over the outfield fence, it would now be scored as a ground rule double rather than a home run.

December 13th, 1997

  • Charles Woodson, a cornerback, was honored with the 63rd Heisman Trophy for his remarkable performance while playing for the Michigan Wolverines in college football.

December 14th, 1984

  • Renowned sports commentator Howard Cosell announced his retirement from his role on Monday Night Football.