On this Day in Sports History June 26
MLB
On this day in 1962, Boston Red Sox pitcher Earl Wilson pitched a no-hitter against the Los Angeles Angels.
On this day in 1970, Frank Robinson of the Baltimore Orioles hit two grand slams in a 12-2 win over the Washington Senators.
On this day in 1999, Chicago Cubs outfielder Sammy Sosa hit his 300th career homer.
On this day in 2010, Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Edwin Jackson no-hits the Tampa Bay Rays, 1-0.
NBA
On this day in 2008, the Chicago Bulls picked Derrick Rose with the first pick in the draft.
On this day in 2014, the Cleveland Cavaliers selected Andrew Wiggins with the first overall pick.
NHL
On this day in 2009, the New York Islanders picked John Tavares with the first pick in the entry draft.
Boxing
On this day in 1979, Muhammad Ali announced that he would be retiring as the heavyweight boxing champion at 37 years old.
