January 23rd – This Day in NY Sports History

January 23, 2012

On this day in NY Sports history…

January 23, 1903 – Birthday of Yankee infielder Otto Hamlim “Jack” Saltzgaver.

January 23, 1934 – The NHL’s 1st “Iron Man”, Ranger Murray Murdoch plays in his 400th consecutive NHL game.

January 23, 1962 - Dodger great Jackie Robinson elected to MLB Hall-of-Fame.

Janaury 23, 1972 – Birthday of Giants receiver Gary Harrell.

January 23, 1975 – Birthday of Giants wide receiver Kevin Alexander.

January 23, 1979 – NY Giants great Willie Mays is elected to MLB Hall-of-Fame.

January 23, 2002 – Ranger Theo Fleury appears in his 1000th NHL career game.

January 23, 2004 – Rangers acquire Jaromir Jagr.

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