Tag: New York Knicks

Ruth and Gehrig Bid Farewell – This DiSH for June 2

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In 1935, Babe Ruth retired from baseball.

In 1941, Lou Gehrig died from the disease that would soon bear his name. 

In 1970, Bruce McLaren died in a test run on the Goodwood Motor Circuit in England.

In 1993, Charles Smith denied four times at the end of the game against the Chicago Bulls.

In 2000, Reggie Miller killed the New York Knicks again. 

In 1983, Patty Sheehan shot a 63 and went on to win the LPGA Championship. 

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Reggie Miller’s ‘Spike Lee Game’ – This DiSH for June 1

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In 1994, Reggie Miller’s ‘Spike Lee Game’ and the birth of Miller as the ‘Knick Killer’

In 2014, Mr. Game Seven Justin Williams scored his 7th game 7 goal. 

In 1957, Don Bowden became the first American to run a sub-4 mile. 

in 1988, ‘John Madden Football’ was released for the first time. 

In 1994, the NFL Sunday Ticket was announced. 

In 1925, Lou Gehrig’s streak of 2,130 straight games began. 

In 2007, minor league baseball manager Phillip Wellman had a major meltdown.  Here’s the video for your viewing pleasure:  https://bit.ly/4bFbOjJ

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Ali’s Phantom Punch – This DiSH for May 25

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In 1965, Muhammad Ali put Sonny Liston on the mat with his ‘Phantom Punch.’

In 1993, John Starks posterized Horace Grant and Michael Jordan with a spectacular dunk. 

In 2002, the Boston Celtics pulled off one of the biggest comebacks in NBA playoff history. 

And in 1935, Babe Ruth hit his final home runs of his career. 

 

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Never Fear, Magic is Here! – This DiSH for May 16

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In 1980, Magic Johnson played Center, Forward, and Guard in Game 6 of the NBA Finals. 

In 1999, Allan Houston hit the game winner for the New York Knicks toppling the Miami Heat in the first round of the NBA playoffs…again.

In 1976, the Montreal Canadiens won the first of four straight Stanley Cups, beating the Philadelphia Flyers 5-3 to sweep the series.

In 1939, it was the first night baseball game in the American League. 

And in 1981, Betty Ellis became the first female to referee a professional Soccer Match in the US. 

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Bobby Orr’s Flying Goal Wins the Cup! – This DiSH for May 10

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In 1970, the Boston Bruins won the Stanley Cup, sweeping St. Louis. The series was capped by Bobby Orr’s ‘Flying Goal.’

In 1973, the New York Knicks beat the Los Angeles Lakers to win the NBA Championship. 

In 1974, the New York Nets beat the Utah Stars to win the ABA Championship.

In 2015, Rickie Fowler birdied the 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass 3 times in 90 minutes to win the Players Championship.

And in 2014, the St. Louis Rams selected Michael Sam in the 7th round. Sam was the first openly gay player picked in the NFL draft. 

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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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Michael Jordan Hits ‘the Shot’ over Ehlo – This DiSH for May 7

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In 1989, Michael Jordan hit the game winner over Craig Ehlo to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers and advance to the second round of the NBA Playoffs.

In 1995, Jordan had one of his worst moments on the basketball court with two turnovers in the final seconds. 

That same night in New York, Indiana’s Reggie Miller scored 8 points in the final 18.7 seconds to stun the Knicks in game one. 

In 1957, a scary play nearly ended the career of two MLB players. 

 

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Monica Seles attacked on the court – This DiSH for April 30

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In 1993, Monica Seles was attacked by a knife-wielding assailant during a tennis match in Germany. 

In 1971, the Milwaukee Bucks won their first NBA title. 

In 1988, a fight between NY Knicks’ Larry Johnson and Miami’s Alonzo Mourning led to a hilarious moment when Knicks coach Jeff Van Gundy clung to Mourning’s leg to keep the two apart. 

In 1922, Chicago White Sox rookie pitcher Charlie Robertson pitched a perfect game.

And in 1975, Muhammad Ali defended his heavyweight title against little known Jimmy Young  but many questioned the judges unanimous decision. 

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The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Stepien Rule – This DiSH for April 12

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In 1980, Bill Stepien bought the Cleveland Cavaliers. It went so bad in his 3 year tenure, the NBA instituted a new rule. 

In 1954, Ben Hogan and Sam Snead played a Monday 18-hole playoff to decide the Masters.

In 1980, Cecil Cooper and Don Money hit grand slams in the same inning.

In 1979, Larry Nelson showed up to Augusta National and realized he forgot his golf clubs. 

And in 1877, the first recorded usage of a catcher’s mask in baseball. 

 

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