Here's a look back at sports happenings on this date in history, Nov. 12. 1920 — Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis is hired as the first commissioner of baseball. Kenesaw Mountain Landis, baseball's first ...

Richard Petty, nicknamed "The King," is tied with Dale Earnhardt and Jimmie Johnson for most NASCAR Cup championships with seven. Petty won in 1964, 1967, 1971, 1972, 1974, 1975 and 1979. Petty has ...

In 28 days it began. In 28 weeks it spread. In 28 years it evolved.

Dale Jr. honors Richard Petty’s NASCAR legacy, recalling a cherished autograph and the lasting impact “The King” has on the ...