See also: 1995 in sports, other events of 1996, 1997 in sports and the list of 'years in sports'.
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June 22 - the fastest race mile in harness racing history was set by Jenna's Beach Boy (1:47.3) at Meadowlands Racetrack.Ice Hockey
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