On December 13, 1969, Curt Flood went before the MLB Players' Association Executive Board and asked for financial assistance for his litigation against Major League Baseball. He was attempting to prove that the reserve clause was a violation of antitrust laws. The board voted 25-0 in favor of supporting Flood. It didn't help his career at all, but now there are hundreds of … [Read more...] about MLB Players Support for Curt Flood Suit December 13, 1969
Bears Beat Skins 73-0 Biggest NFL Blowout Ever December 8, 1940
See worst blowout in NBA History. Cleveland over Miami 148-80. … [Read more...] about Bears Beat Skins 73-0 Biggest NFL Blowout Ever December 8, 1940
Kobe Bryant In High School
Kobe Bryant in High School, the most dominant player to come out of the Philadelphia area since Wilt Chamberlain December 7, 1992 The Philadelphia Inquirer The (Lower Merion) Aces appear to have come up with another blossoming marquee player in Kobe Bryant , son of Joe "Jellybean" Bryant , the former La Salle All-American. Please forgive the enthusiasm of Aces coach … [Read more...] about Kobe Bryant In High School
Before Air Jordan, Doc Operated Above The Rim
Dr. J's Top 10 Dunks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWLXcg-V8FI When Michael Jordan was only seven years old, Julius Erving (aka Dr. J., The Doctor) was already operating high above the rim. He was electrifying fans, who until then, were more accustomed to seeing the game of basketball played on the hardwood floor. Wilt is the First Serious Dunker While Wilt Chamberlain … [Read more...] about Before Air Jordan, Doc Operated Above The Rim
$200mm Dodgers
vs.”The $100k Infield”
Promises vs.Titles
Philadelphia Athletics Historical Society
For the last thirteen years the Yankees have led Major League Baseball in payroll spending, but all streaks eventually come to an end, and this one looks like it’s going to end this year.
USA today reports:
NEW YORK (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers are on track to become only the second major league team with a $200 … [Read more...] about $200mm Dodgers
vs.”The $100k Infield”
Promises vs.Titles