Today In Sports History 5/30

Our past has shaped the present by many things in history including sports, here is how sports marked our history today.

Baseball

• In 1894 Boston Beaneaters second baseman Bobby Lowe first to hit 4 home runs in one game in win against Cincinnati Reds

Boxing

• In 1951 Ezzard Charles beats Joey Maxim in 15 for heavyweight boxing title

Golf

• In 1937 PGA Championship, defending champion Denny Shute defeats Jug McSpaden in 37 holes

Miscellaneous

• In 1969 Indianapolis 500: Mario Andretti wins in 3:11:14.689 (252.453 km/h)

NHL

• In 1985 Stanley Cup Final, Edmonton Oilers take back-to-back titles by beating Philadelphia Flyers, 8-3 for a 4-1 series victory. Wayne Gretzky and Jari Kurri each post a goal and 3 assists