New York Yankees legend Lou Gehrig wipes away a tear while giving his famous retirement speech during a sold-out tribute at Yankee Stadium on July 4, 1939. Gehrig, who set the standard by playing in 2.131 consecutive games, had his record-breaking career cut short by Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, better known as Lou Gehrig's disease. (associated press)
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Jayden Daniels gets first NFL win as Commanders beat Giants
Led by a single-game franchise-record seven field goals from kicker Austin Seibert, the Washington Commanders defeated the New York Giants 21-18 at Northwest Stadium, Landover, Md., September 15, 2024. (Photos by Brian Murphy for the Washington Times)
