Sports History
1901 - In Chicago, IL, the first tournament sanctioned by the American Bowling Congress was held.
1955 - After 130 home basketball wins, Georgia Tech defeated Kentucky 59-58. It was the first Kentucky loss at home since January 2, 1943.
1957 - Jackie Robinson announced his retirement from major league baseball in an article that appeared in "LOOK" magazine.
1960 - The NCAA met in New York and voted against reviving the unlimited substitution rule for college football.
1977 - The cover of TV Guide was "Super Bowl."
1984 - ABC purchased the remaining 85% of ESPN.
1993 - Michael Jordon (Chicago Bulls) became the 18th player in NBA history to reach 20,000 points.
1994 - Dino Ciccarelli (Detroit Red Wings) became the 19th player in NHL history to score 500 career goals.
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