In 1971, the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Dallas Cowboys 21-17 to Super Bowl X. This was also the first Super Bowl that featured a halftime show.

In 1958, Willie O'Ree became the first black player to play in the NHL when he played for the Boston Bruins.

In 1896, the University of Chicago played the University of Iowa in the first collegiate basketball game that featured 5 man teams.

In 1950, Cleveland Indian pitcher Bob Feller asked for a $20,000 pay cut. He didn't think he deserved the money.

In 1985, Mary Decker ran in a competitive race for the first time since tripping over Zola Budd's feet.