April 25, 1976 | Rick Monday Saves an American Flag
Fox Valley Magazine ยท
(Original Caption) April 25, 1976-Los Angeles, California: On a dead run from centerfield, Chicago Cubs Rick Monday reaches to rescue an American flag as two men attempt to set the flag on fire during 4th inning play in Dodgers Stadium. First reports said the men, a father and son, were protesting treatment of American Indians. The flag was wet with lighter fluid but the men were unable to light their matches.
(Photo Credit: Betterman Archive)
Still one of the greatest moments in Cubs history. And frankly, in sports history.