Historical Events
- Former Sacramento State softball player Alyssa Nakken becomes first woman to hold a coaching position on a MLB staff when named an assistant by the San Francisco Giants
Trump Impeachment Trial Begins
Impeachment trial of US President Donald Trump begins in the Senate
- Newly appointed manager Carlos Beltran and New York Mets mutually agree to part ways because of his role in Houston Astros sign stealing scandal; third manager forced out of a job as a result of the allegations
Famous Deaths
- Barry Tuckwell, Australian horn player (London Symphony, 1955-68), dies at 88
- Christopher Tolkien, British author and son of J. R. R. Tolkien, dies at 95
- Efraín Sánchez, Colombian soccer goalkeeper (9 caps; San Lorenzo) and manager (Columbia), dies at 93
- Peter Hammersley, British Rear-Admiral who served on and designed submarines, dies at 91
Died in 2020 2020 Highlights
About January 16, 2020
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 4 years, 3 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
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