Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1938, Ron Fairly, American baseball player and sportscaster (died 2019) was born. In 1956, Mario Soto, Dominican baseball player was born. In 1962, Julio César Chávez, Mexican boxer was born. In 1966, Jeff Bucknum, American race car driver was born. In 1971, Yvon Robert, Canadian wrestler (born 1914) passed away. In 1982, Jason Wright, American football player, businessman, and executive was born. In 1983, Chris Wood, English saxophonist (born 1944) passed away. In 1984, Jonathan Lewis, American football player was born. In 1991, James Rodríguez, Colombian footballer was born. In 2008, Bobby Murcer, American baseball player, coach, and sportscaster (born 1946) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Cole Hamels joins MLB Network’s draft coverage
The 2026 Major League Baseball Draft will be held in Philadelphia ahead of the league’s All-Star Game, and MLB Network is adding a Phillies legend to its coverage of the event. Cole Hamels, a former Phillies ace who was the 2008 World Series MVP for Philadelphia, is joining MLB Network’s coverage of the 2026 draft
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