This Date in Chicago Sports--- July 26, 1930

Hack Wilson hits three homers in the Cubs 16-2 victory over the Phillies in Philadelphia.

This Date in Chicago Sports--- July 25, 1959

George Blanda, the Bear quarterback and place-kicker, announces his retirement from the NFL. Blanda retires as the highest scoring player in Chicago Bear history.

July 24, 1973

Former Blackhawk star Pat Stapleton is named player-coach of the WHA Chicago Cougars, replacing Marcel Pronovost.

This Date in Chicago Sports--- July 23, 1957

Dick Drott strikes out fourteen New York Giants, as he posts a shutout in a 4-0 Cubs win at Wrigley Field.

This Date in Chicago Sports--- July 22, 1962

White Sox outfielder Floyd Robinson collects six consecutive singles, as the South Siders topple the Boston Red Sox, 7-3.

This Date in Chicago Sports--- July 21, 1991

It's a great day for Chicago baseball as both Bill Veeck and Ferguson Jenkins are inducted into the Hall of Fame.

This Date in Chicago Sports--- July 20, 1938

Cub star catcher Gabby Hartnett assumes managerial duties, as he replaces Charlie Grimm. Hartnett finishes the season with a 44-27 record and the Cubs go on to win the pennant.