Centennial | New York Rangers

Recognizing the rebirth that took place during this period including a new home arena and bringing Rangers hockey to more fans than ever through television.

February 11, 1968	Garden IV opens with Bob Hope-Bing Crosby USO spectacular.
February 9, 1980	In last exhibition game prior to “Miracle on Ice,” Soviets rout U.S. team, 10-3.
February 25, 1983	Carl Lewis wins both the 60-yard dash and long jump at the National Championships.
February 27, 1985	Georgetown beats St. John’s in what will be known as “The Sweater Game.”
March 8, 1971	Joe Frazier decisions Muhammad Ali in the heavyweight match deemed “The Fight of the Century.”
March 9, 1983	Big East Tournament makes its Garden debut; St John’s crowned as champion three days later.
March 30, 1968	Arthur Ashe beats Roy Emerson in finals of The Madison Square Garden Challenge Trophy.
March 31, 1985	The Garden hosts the first-ever WrestleMania featuring 1980s WWE star, Hulk Hogan.
May 8, 1970	Knicks' Willis Reed makes legendary entrance and Knicks win first NBA title vs. Lakers in Game Seven.
May 14, 1988	Atlantic Records 40th Anniversary celebration features reunion of Led Zeppelin during 12-hour concert.
June 9, 1972	Elvis Presley performs at The Garden for the first time.
July 26, 1972	Rolling Stones perform and celebrate Mick Jagger’s 29th birthday.
August 1, 1979	George Harrison headlines legendary Concert for Bangladesh also featuring Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton and Ringo Starr.
October 15, 1969	MSG Network televisis its first event - a Rangers victory over the North Stars, 4-3.
December 14, 1978	Billy Joel first performed at Madison Square Garden on December 14, 1978.