Season 41996 May 2026

: In his first full season back from retirement, Jordan won the "triple crown" of MVPs: Regular Season, All-Star Game, and NBA Finals.

: After losing the first two games at home by a combined score of 16–1, the Yankees won four straight games to take the title. Season 41996

: This season marked the debut of the first two Canadian franchises, the Toronto Raptors and Vancouver Grizzlies . ⚾ MLB (1996 Season) : In his first full season back from

The ended an 18-year title drought, sparking a legendary dynasty. ⚾ MLB (1996 Season) The ended an 18-year

: The Bulls set a then-NBA record by winning 72 regular-season games .

: They defeated the Seattle SuperSonics 4–2 in the NBA Finals to win their fourth title in six years.

The was defined by historic dominant runs across the major professional leagues, most notably the Chicago Bulls' record-breaking 72-win season and the birth of the New York Yankees' late-90s dynasty. 🏀 NBA (1995–96 Season)