February 18th – This Day in NY Sports History

On this day in NY sports history…

February 18, 1915 – Birthday of Yankee infielder Joseph “Flash” Gordon.

February 18, 1927 – Birthday of Yankee pitcher Luis Arroyo.

February 18, 1962 – Birthday of Giants linebacker Gary Reasons.

February 18, 1965 – Giants Hall-of-Famer Frank Gifford announces his retirement from football.

February 18, 1968 – Rangers play their 1st game at MSG #4, defeating Philadelphia 3-1.

February 18, 1972 – Ranger Jean Ratelle gets his 100th point for the season with a goal and an assist.

February 18, 1981 – Ranger Ulf Nilsson gets his 100th NHL career assist in an 8-3 win over Toronto at MSG.

February 18, 1984 – Knicks retire future Hall-of-Famer Bill Bradley‘s # 24 at MSG.

February 18, 1998 – Yankees sign outfielder Bernie Williams to a 1 year contract.

February 18, 1999 – Yankees trade for pitcher Roger Clemens.

February 18, 2009 – The last remaining piece of Shea Stadium is demolished.

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