HOMAGE YEARBOOK

On this day in 1996, the Chicago Bulls set an NBA record by...

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 07:00:17 -0400

On this day in 1996, the Chicago Bulls set an NBA record by winning their 72^nd game of the season, a 103-93 victory over the Washington Bullets.

On April 20th 1961, former Yankees first baseman and current...

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 07:00:09 -0400

On April 20^th 1961, former Yankees first baseman and current Dodgers manager Don Mattingly was born in Evansville, Indiana. A six-time All-Star, “Donny Baseball” won nine Gold Gloves, three Silver Slugger Awards, and the ’85 American League MVP.

22 years ago today, undisputed heavyweight champion Evander...

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:00:03 -0400

22 years ago today, undisputed heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield met George Foreman in the “Battle of the Ages” (Holyfield was 28 years old and Foreman 42) in Atlantic City. Holyfield won a unanimous decision, but Foreman surprised many by lasting the entire 12 rounds.

Today Homage wishes a happy 65th birthday to basketball Hall of...

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 07:00:07 -0400

Today Homage wishes a happy 65^th birthday to basketball Hall of Famer Nate “Tiny” Archibald. The six-time All-Star won a title with the Celtics in 1981 and was named to the NBA’s 50^th Anniversary Team in 1996.

On April 17th 1961, Norman Julius “Boomer” Esiason was born in...

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:00:23 -0400

On April 17^th 1961, Norman Julius “Boomer” Esiason was born in West Islip, New York. The four-time Pro Bowler and 1988 NFL MVP began his eponymous foundation to fund research for cystic fibrosis and has raised in excess of $100 million for CF research.

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78 years ago today, 40-year-old Babe Ruth made his first...

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 07:00:14 -0400

78 years ago today, 40-year-old Babe Ruth made his first appearance for the Boston Braves. Before an opening-day crowd of 25,000, Ruth accounted for all of the Braves’ runs in a 4-2 defeat of the New York Giants.

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On this day in 1991, Lakers guard Magic Johnson served up 19...

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:00:24 -0400

On this day in 1991, Lakers guard Magic Johnson served up 19 assists in a 112-106 Laker win over the Dallas Mavericks, moving him ahead of Oscar Robertson to #1 on the all-time assist list with 9,898. (John Stockton would eventually pass both Magic and The Big O with a total of 15,606 career assists.)

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On April 14th 2002, Tiger Woods became only the third golfer to...

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 07:00:11 -0400

On April 14^th 2002, Tiger Woods became only the third golfer to win The Masters in two consecutive years. Woods shot a 12-under 276, three strokes ahead of runner-up Retief Goosen.

37 years ago today, the Cleveland Cavaliers appeared in the...

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 07:00:23 -0400

37 years ago today, the Cleveland Cavaliers appeared in the franchise’s first-ever playoff game, a 109-100 defeat at the hands of the Washington Bullets. Guard Clarence “Foots” Walker (above) led the way for the Cavs with 20 points.

On this day in 1969, Simon and Garfunkel released “The Boxer,”...

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:00:25 -0400

On this day in 1969, Simon and Garfunkel released “The Boxer,” which reached #7 on the U.S. charts. Rolling Stone ranked the song #105 on its list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

On April 11th 1975, Hank Aaron returned to Milwaukee and made...

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 07:00:22 -0400

On April 11^th 1975, Hank Aaron returned to Milwaukee and made his debut as a Brewer in the team’s home opener against the Cleveland Indians. Aaron went 1-for-3 with an RBI in Milwaukee’s 6-2 victory.

57 years ago, the Montreal Canadiens won the franchise’s eighth...

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 07:00:17 -0400

57 years ago, the Montreal Canadiens won the franchise’s eighth Stanley Cup title by defeating the defending champion Detroit Red Wings in five games. Montreal’s Maurice “Rocket” Richard scored the series-winning goal in the Canadiens’ sixth-consecutive Finals appearance.

On this day in 1981, Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela started...

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 07:00:27 -0400

On this day in 1981, Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela started his first major league game, a five-hit, five-strikeout complete game 2-0 win over the visiting Astros. Valenzeula’s ’81 season inspired “Fernandomania” as he started the season 8-0 with a .50 ERA and finished an All-Star and Silver Slugger, the National League Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award winner, and World Series champion.

On April 8th 1940, Boston Celtics legend John Havlicek was born...

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:00:05 -0400

On April 8^th 1940, Boston Celtics legend John Havlicek was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio. In 16 NBA seasons, “Hondo” was an All-Star 13 times and won eight titles.

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29 years ago today, Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Morris no-hit...

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 07:00:21 -0400

29 years ago today, Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Morris no-hit the Chicago White Sox, striking out eight and walking six in a 4-0 win. It was an auspicious start for Detroit, who led the American League East wire-to-wire and won the ’84 World Series 4-1 over the San Diego Padres.

On this day in 1958, Arnold Palmer won the first of his four...

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:00:25 -0400

On this day in 1958, Arnold Palmer won the first of his four Masters Championships, shooting a four-under 284 and winning $11,250.

Today Homage wishes Pearl Jam lead guitarist Mike McCready a...

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:22 -0400

Today Homage wishes Pearl Jam lead guitarist Mike McCready a very happy 47th birthday.

19 years ago today, Chicago Cubs outfielder Karl “Tuffy” Rhodes...

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 07:00:25 -0400

19 years ago today, Chicago Cubs outfielder Karl “Tuffy” Rhodes became the first National League player to hit three home runs on opening day.

On this day in 1995, UCLA defeated Arkansas 89-78 to win the...

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 07:00:11 -0400

On this day in 1995, UCLA defeated Arkansas 89-78 to win the program’s 11^th national championship. The Bruins’ most memorable moment, however, came in the second round against Missouri, as point guard Tyus Edney dashed the length of the court in just over four seconds and tossed in a layup that gave UCLA a 75-74 victory.

On April 2nd 1986 the NCAA officially adopted the three-point...

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 07:00:22 -0400

On April 2^nd 1986 the NCAA officially adopted the three-point shot into its rule book. The 19-foot, nine-inch line was eventually pushed back to 20 feet, 9 inches in 2007. Former Davidson guard Stephen Curry (above) ranks fifth all-time with 414 treys; Duke alum J.J. Redick holds the #1 spot with 457.