This Week in Sports History: April 14-18
April 17, 2014
April 18, 1983:
Miguel Cabrera, recent Triple Crown Winner for the Detroit Tigers, is born.
April 19, 1897:
The first-ever Boston Marathon is held.
April 20, 2008:
Danica Patrick wins the Indy Japan 300, becoming the first female driver to win an Indy Car race.
April 21, 1980:
Tony Romo, current quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys, is born.
April 22, 1914:
Babe Ruth makings his first professional appearance, pitching the Baltimore Orioles to a 6-0 victory.
April 23, 1977:
Professional wrestler, rapper, and actor John Cena is born.
April 24, 2003:
Philadelphia Phillies’ second baseman Chase Utley belts a grand slam for his first Major League hit.