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 1923, Jerry Rullo, American professional basketball player (died 2016) was born. In 1956, Randy Jackson, American bass player and producer was born. In 1962, Chuck Billy, American singer-songwriter and guitarist was born. In 1975, Mike James, American basketball player was born. In 1990, Vasek Pospisil, Canadian tennis player was born. In 1993, Tim Anderson, American baseball player was born. In 1995, Jonas Salk, American biologist and physician (born 1914) passed away. In 2002, Pedro Alcázar, Panamanian boxer (born 1975) passed away. In 2007, Rod Beck, American baseball player (born 1968) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.