Wayne Gretzky’s record 51-game scoring streak is halted as the Angeles Kings post a 4-2 victory. Over the 51 games, Gretzky scored 61 goals and 92 assists. 1990 — The San Francisco 49ers beat the Denver Broncos 55-10 in the most lopsided Super Bowl.

2017 — Serena Williams wins her record 23rd Grand Slam singles title with a 6-4, 6-4 victory over her older sister Venus in the Australian Open final. 2017 — Arrogate beats California Chrome again, winning the $12 million Pegasus World Cup in his rival’s last race before retirement.

Serena Williams rang in the New Year by expressing her affection for her long-time friend Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex. Markle, whose estimated net worth is a staggering $60 million (via ...

The American League is founded. The league plans for a 140-game schedule, set player rosters at 14 and recognizes the Players Protective Association, the players’ union.