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

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.