On this Date in 1976: Rick Monday Saved the American Flag from Being Burned
Monday marks the 46th anniversary of the “greatest play in baseball” by Chicago Cubs centerfielder Rick Monday.
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Rick Monday’s ‘Greatest Play In Baseball’ 45th Anniversary
Sunday marks the 45th anniversary of the “greatest play in baseball” by former Chicago Cubs center fielder and Marine veteran Rick Monday.
On this Date in 1976: Rick Monday Saved the American Flag from Being Burned
On this date in 1976, Cubs outfielder Rick Monday made what may be his most famous play when he ran out into left-field and snatched away an American flag from protesters who were trying to burn it.