Minnesota QB Fran Tarkenton becomes the NFL's all-time completions leader when he completes his 2,840th pass in the Vikings' 28-13 victory over San Diego.
Goose Gossage
The Yankees sign free-agent Rich Gossage to a six-year 2.75 million dollar contract. The 'Goose' had 26 saves and 1.26 era for the Pirates last season.
Doug Flutie
Boston College defeats Miami, 47-45, on Doug Flutie's last-second 64-yard Hail Mary pass.
Steve Sax
Leaving the World Champion Dodgers, free-agent second baseman Steve Sax signs a three-year deal with the Yankees.
Jeff Hornacek
Utah's Jeff Hornacek sets an NBA record by sinking all eight of his three-point field goal attempts during the Jazz' 113-103 home win over Seattle. Hornacek scored a career-high 40 points and broke the previous mark held by Portland's Terry Porter and Seattle's Sam Perkins.
