Tag: Cincinnati

First Major League Baseball Game – This DiSH for April 22

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In 1876, it was the first major league baseball game between the Boston Red Caps and the Philadelphia Athletics.

In 1947, the Philadelphia Warriors beat the Chicago Stags to win the BBA Championship. 

In 1988, women were finally allowed to race in the ‘Little 500.’

In 1982, the Atlanta Braves lost to Cincinnati to end their consecutive win streak to start the season at 13. 

In 2003, NHL goalie Patrick Roy played his final game. 

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First Professional Baseball Team…sort of – This DiSH for March 15

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In 1869, the Cincinnati Red Stockings became the first professional baseball team, with a few caveats. 

In 1892, the seeds of Liverpool FC were sown on this day with the ejection of John Houlding from Everton.

And in 1958, Maurice Stokes collapsed after a game, leaving him paralyzed and with brain damage. It was the result of what happened three days before.

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Sports on a Leap Day?! Youbetcha! – This DiSH for Feb. 29

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In 1976, Richard Petty dominated the Carolina 500 in Rockingham, NC

In 1940, Jimmy Demeret won his third straight golf tournament within 11 days. 

And in 1964, the Big O and Jerry Lucas combined for a 40-40 performance. 

Also in 1964, the longest high school game in history. But there’s more to the story than just that. 

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Eleven Suspended for the Season – This DiSH for Feb. 28

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On this day in 1986, eleven MLB players were suspended for the season. 

In 1989, the Oilers and the Kings combined for the most penalties in a game. 

And in 1999, Serena Williams one her first WTA singles title. 

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Baseball Benches Schott – This DiSH for Feb. 3

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In 1993, Cincinnati Reds owner Marge Schott was suspended for the season and fined $25,000.

In 1876, Albert Spalding started a sporting good company.

And in 2008, the New York Giants spoiled New England’s perfect season, beating the Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII.

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Boom! John Madden and the Telestrator – This DiSH for Jan. 24

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In 1982, it was a Super Bowl of firsts, including the first use of the telestrator on television. 

In 1999, David Duval fired a 59 in the final round of a PGA Tour event. 

And in 1981, ABA and NBA great Ron Boone retired, ending his consecutive game streak. 

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Dwight Clark’s ‘The Catch’ – This DiSH for Jan. 10

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In 1982, Dwight Clark made ‘The Catch’ to send the San Francisco 49ers to the Super Bowl. 

Also in 1982, across the country, the Cincinnati Bengals were playing in the Freezer Bowl. 

And in 1989, Wayne Gretzky became the all-time leading points scorer in NHL history. 

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