On this Day in Sports History December 29
NFL
On this day in 1979, Houston Oilers safety Vernon Perry set a playoff record when he recorded four interceptions.
On this day in 2007, the New England Patriots defeated the New York Giants 38-35, becoming the first team to go undefeated in 35 years.
NBA
On this day in 2001, Dallas Mavericks coach Don Nelson became the third coach in NBA history to win 1,000 games.
MLB
On this day in 2009, the San Francisco Giants signed Mark DeRosa to a two-year deal worth $12 million.
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