On this day

In 1926, Babe Ruth became first MLB player to hit 3 home runs in a World Series game as NY Yankees beat St. Louis Cardinals, 10-5 in Game 4 at Sportsman's Park, St. Louis

In 1978, Royals' George Brett hit 3 HRs, Yanks won championship game 3, 6-5

In 1983, Islander's Mike Bossy scored his 25th career hat trick

Richie Benaud

Richard Benaud who was born in the year 1930 was an Australian cricketer. After his retirement from international cricket in 1964 he became a highly regarded commentator on the game. Benaud was a Test cricket all-rounder. He combined leg spin bowling with lower-order batting aggression.

Tony Greig

Anthony William Greig who was born in the year 1946 was an England Test cricket captain He later turned into a commentator. He was born in South Africa. He qualified to play for the England cricket team by virtue of his Scottish parentage.