This Day in Sports History (5/31/2020 – 6/6/2020)

Introduction

May 31st, 1927

• Johnny Neun, a first baseman for the Detroit Tigers, achieved a remarkable feat by executing an unassisted triple play.

June 1st, 1946

• Assault triumphs in the Belmont Stakes, securing the prestigious title of Triple Crown winner.

June 2nd, 1903

• The Pittsburgh Pirates achieve an impressive victory by sweeping a tripleheader against the Brooklyn Dodgers.

June 3rd, 1932

• Lou Gehrig accomplishes the extraordinary feat of hitting four home runs in a single game.

June 4th, 1974

• The NFL expands its league by awarding a franchise to the Seattle Seahawks.

June 5th, 1977

• The Portland Trail Blazers claim the NBA Championship after defeating the Philadelphia 76ers.

June 6th, 2007

• Trevor Hoffman, playing for the San Diego Padres, becomes the first relief pitcher in history to record 500 saves.

Written by: David Green