Today in News History

On June 23, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1917, In a game against the Washington Senators, Boston Red Sox pitcher Ernie Shore retires 26 batters in a row after replacing Babe Ruth, who had been ejected for punching the umpire. In 1940, Mike Shrimpton, New Zealand cricketer and coach (died 2015) was born. In 1949, Gordon Bray, Australian journalist and sportscaster was born. In 1956, Tony Hill, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1974, Mark Hendrickson, American basketball and baseball player was born. In 1977, Shaun O'Hara, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1978, Matt Light, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 1993, Tim Anderson, American baseball player was born. In 2000, Starford To'a, New Zealand rugby league player was born. In 2009, Ed McMahon, American game show host and announcer (born 1923) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.