Today in Sports – Week Ahead, February...
Feb. 9 1912 — The U.S. Tennis Association amends the rules for the men’s singles championship play. The defending champion is required to play through the tournament instead of waiting for the tournament to produce a challenger. 1940 — Joe Louis beats Arturo Godoy with a split decision to defend his world heavyweight title at Madison Square Garden. 1966 — The NHL doubles in size — from six to 12 teams — when the Owners-Governors award franchises to Los...