Tag: horse racing

The Greatest NBA Game Ever! – This DiSH for June 4

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In 1976, game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and Phoenix Suns has been called by many ‘The Greatest Game Ever Played.’

In 1974, the Cleveland Indians hosted ‘Ten Cent Beer Night’ which turned into chaos. 

In 2000, the Los Angeles Lakers overcame a huge deficit to beat Portland in game 7 of the Western Conference Finals.

In 1987, Robin Ventura’s NCAA record 58-game hitting streak came to an end. 

And in 1923, a jockey died during a race and the horse still won. 

 

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Willis Reed’s Dramatic Entrance – This DiSH for May 8

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In 1970, Willis Reed made his dramatic entrance prior to Game 7 of the New York Knicks NBA Finals against Los Angeles Lakers.

In 1968, Catfish Hunter pitched a perfect game for the Oakland A’s against the Minnesota Twins

In 2016, Bryce Harper reached base 7 times without an official plate appearance. 

In 2001, pitcher Randy Johnson struck out 20 in 9 innings but it’s not recognized by Major League Baseball. 

And in 1937, War Admiral won the Kentucky Derby.

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What happened to Dancer’s Image? – This DiSH for May 4

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In 1968, Dancer’s Image won the Kentucky Derby but was relegated to last a few days later. 

Also in 1968, the Pittsburgh Pipers won the first ABA Championship.

In 1984, Dave Kingman hit a ball into the roof of the Metrodome. 

In 1979, Kirk Gibson was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the NFL draft. 

And in 2003, David Toms had an quadruple bogey 8 on the final hole of the Wachovia Championship and still won by 2 shots. 

 

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Duran vs. Pazienza -Segunda pelea – This DiSH for Jan. 14

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In 1995, Roberto Duran and Vinny Pazienza fought for the second time.

In 1932, Eddie Arcaro won his first horse race.

And in 1954, Joe DiMaggio married Marilyn Monroe.

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