Nicklaus’ record, Hextall’s first, and the Heat retired whose jersey? – This DiSH for April 11

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In 1965 – Jack Nicklaus scorched Augusta National to win the Masters

In 1976 – Raymond Floyd equaled Jack’s four day total.

In 1966 – Emmett Ashford became the first black umpire in Major League Baseball

In  1989 – Philadelphia goalie Ron Hextall scored an empty netter to become the first goalie to score in NHL postseason.

In 2003 – the Miami Heat retired Michael Jordan’s #23. 

 

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