Tag: Agony of Defeat

Origin of ‘Tape Measure Home Run’ – This DiSH for April 17

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In 1953, Mickey Mantle hit a 565 foot bomb and the became the origin of the phrase ‘tape measure home run.’

In 1976, Philadelphia’s Mike Schmidt hit 4 straight home runs.

In 1972, a ceremonial first pitch went horribly wrong. 

In 1860, it was the first recognized world championship boxing match.

And in 1977, the LA Kings Don Kozak scored the quickest goal in an NHL playoff game.

 

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The Agony of Defeat – This DiSH for March 21

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In 1970, the event that inspired the ‘Agony of Defeat’ happened on this day.

In 1987, the Providence Friars upset the Georgetown Hoyas in the NCAA Tournament.

In 1980, President Jimmy Carter announced the boycott of the Moscow Olympics.

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