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  • Legends Of The Game – Tommy Lasorda

    Legends Of The Game – Tommy Lasorda

    August 27, 1988, will forever be etched in the annals of sports history as the day Tommy Lasorda achieved an unparalleled milestone, securing his 1000th managerial victory. With a career spanning dedication, strategic prowess, and an unrelenting passion for the game, Lasorda’s journey to this remarkable achievement serves as a testament to his unparalleled leadership.…

  • On This Day In Sports History: Curt Flood Challenges MLB

    On This Day In Sports History: Curt Flood Challenges MLB

    On this day in sports history in 1972, The US Supreme Court in a 5-3 decision, upheld an earlier ruling by a lower court which protected Major League Baseball from antitrust laws in a case involving former St. Louis Cardinal player Curt Flood. Flood had sought to challenge MLB’s “reserve clause” which bound players to…