Arr, 'pon this fine day, Cy Young be makin' his mark, while Don Shula be joinin' the esteemed 300 club!
2023-09-22
Arrr! Cy Young be hoistin' his 511th victory like a true buccaneer! Don Shula, a scallywag, be tyin' George Halas fer the most victorious coach. And alas, them Yankees be weepin' o'er the loss of a legend. Avast!
In September 22, 1922, Cy Young, a legendary pitcher, recorded his 511th victory, which was the final win of his career. At the age of 44, Young was playing for the Boston Rustlers in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Pirates had already won the first two games of the series, resulting in the Rustlers' 100th and 101st losses of the season. However, Young managed to secure a 1-0 victory, allowing nine hits and striking out three. Despite losing the three remaining games that season, Young's record of 511 wins still stands today. He was later elected to the Hall of Fame in 1937.Moving on to September 22, 1987, after Week 2 of the NFL's 1987 season, the NFLPA went on a 24-day strike to demand free agency and better benefits for players. This strike resulted in the majority of the league's players missing three weeks of action. Although Week 3 was canceled, owners replaced the players with semi-pros, former college players, and individuals with no connection to football at all for the next three games. This strike, which was the second in six years, played a significant role in shaping the modern NFL and strengthening the players' case for free agency.
September 22, 1991, marked a milestone for former Miami Dolphins head coach Don Shula, who became the winningest coach in NFL history with his 300th career win. In an upset comeback victory over the Green Bay Packers, the Dolphins were trailing 13-6 in the third quarter. However, a fumble by Green Bay's quarterback in his own end zone presented an opportunity for the Dolphins to tie the game. They eventually won with a field goal, giving Shula his 300th win. He ended his career with 328 wins.
Lastly, September 22, 2015, was a sad day for baseball fans as they mourned the loss of New York Yankees great Lawrence Peter "Yogi" Berra, who passed away at the age of 90. Berra was known for helping the Yankees reach 14 World Series during his 18 seasons with the team and holding the record for the most World Series rings at 10. Additionally, he was the AL MVP in 1951, 1954, and 1955. Berra was not only remembered for his performance on the field but also for his famous Yogi-isms, including the iconic line, "It ain't over 'til it's over."