29 Unexpected Sports Facts That Took Us Off the Field

Even the most ardent fans might not be aware of some of the more truly interesting sports facts and records. Like how about a loophole that made it legal to pass the ball forward in football as long as it looked enough like an accident? Or that any hockey team could be called upon to defend their championship title? Or the longest and most embarrassing losing streaks in a bunch of respective sports? 

The answers to all those questions and more below…