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

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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A Two-Foot Nightmare – This DiSH for April 9

In 1989, Scott Hoch missed a two-foot putt on the first playoff hole that would have won The Masters.

In 1978, Gary Player won his third Masters green jacket.

Also in 1978, David Thompson and George Gervin battled it out for the NBA scoring title 900 miles apart.

And in 1981, the start of Fernando Mania started with his opening day complete game shutout.

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