In one of the most dramatically charged moments in sports history, an emotional Lou Gehrig says thank you on his Appreciation Day at Yankee Stadium. With a packed house looking on and his 1927 and ...

So on the Fourth of July, the Yankees staged Lou Gehrig Appreciation Day, where Lou would take a final star turn between games of a doubleheader against the Washington Senators at Yankee Stadium.

Lou Gehrig played in his 2,130th consecutive game on April 30, 1939, which turned out to be the final game of his career.

On July 4, the Yankees held "Lou Gehrig Appreciation Day" and held ceremonies between the day's doubleheader. Even Babe Ruth returned to celebrate his former teammate.

New York Yankees first baseman Lou Gehrig was a two-time MVP and six-time World Series champion who played in 2,130 consecutive games.

What is Lou Gehrig Day? June 2nd marks the day Lou Gehrig became starting first baseman for the New York Yankees, the beginning of a historic games played streak.

June 2 is celebrated as Lou Gehrig Day to honor the life and legacy of one of baseball's most iconic players, Lou Gehrig. This special day is dedicated to raising awareness about amyotrophic ...

Here is everything to know about how MLB honors Gehrig's legacy while raising ALS awareness.

In 1939: A day that came way too soon. If Lou Gehrig had lived on, there’s no telling how long his streak would be. But his only choice was to end it.

On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming U.S. independence from Britain.