April 20 has been a significant date in Chicago sports history, witnessing remarkable moments across various years. In 1946, the Chicago Cubs made their television debut, showcasing their 1945 pennant to a record crowd at Wrigley Field, although they lost to the St. Louis Cardinals. Fast forward to 1986, and Michael Jordan set an NBA playoff record with 63 points against the Boston Celtics in a double-overtime thriller, despite the Bulls' elimination shortly after. A compelling event in 1990 saw a rookie card of Nolan Ryan mistakenly sold for $12, leading to a legal battle and a charity auction that raised $5,000. The date also marks devastating events, including a tragic F3 tornado that struck Utica in 2004, resulting in eight fatalities and earning a Pulitzer Prize for coverage.