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The great 8

 This morning, Alexander Ovechkin became the greatest goal scorer in the NHL, scoring #895 in today's 4-1 loss to the New York Islanders. Like him or hate him, you gotta respect this. Congrats.

Ebbets Field

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From old time baseball photos. Here is a rare color photo of Ebbets Field from April 5, 1913. Brooklyn Dodgers beat the New York Yankees 3-2 in an exhibition game in front of 25000 people. Enjoy.

Kansas City municipal stadium

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 Kansas City Municipal Stadium was opened from 1923-1976. It was built for the Blues of the American Association. It also hosted the Monarchs of the Negro leagues, the A's (1955-1967) and the Royals (1969-1972). Also housed the Chiefs from 1963-1971. The Chiefs moved into Arrowhead Stadium for the 1972 season and the Royals moved into Royals (now Kauffman) stadium in 1973. Here is Municipal Stadium in Kansas City.