Tag: PGA Tour

Ben Hogan’s Famous One Iron Shot – This DiSH for June 10

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In 1950, Ben Hogan hit a one-iron to the 18th at Merion Golf Club. His shot was captured Life Magazine photographer Hy Peskin and is one of the most iconic sports photographs. 

In 1977, Al Geiberger carded the first sub-60 round in a PGA Tour event. 

In 1944, Joe Nuxhall became the youngest player in Major League Baseball history at 15 years, 10 months, 11 days. 

In 1981, Baseball Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn was selected in two different professional drafts. 

 

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The Jordan Shrug Game – This DiSH for June 3

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In 1992, Michael Jordan hit 6 first half 3-pointers and then shrugged at the NBC broadcast crew. 

In 1967, Harmon Killebrew hit a monster shot at Metropolitan Stadium that still is remembered today at the old site of the Met. 

In 1975, Pele signed with the New York Cosmos to play in the NASL. 

In 2013, Deacon Jones died. He is the man who coined the term ‘Sack’ for tackling the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage. 

And in 2012, Tiger Woods tied Jack Nicklaus for second on the all-time wins list.

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The Memorial Day Miracle – This DiSH for May 31

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In 1999, the San Antonio Spurs’ Sean Elliott hit the game winner against the Portland Trailblazer to win game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.

In 1983, the Philadelphia 76ers swept the LA Lakers to win the NBA Championship. 

In 1941, Sam Snead won the PGA Championship and then shipped off for active duty in the Navy during WWII.

In 1949, Snead won the PGA Championship again. 

In 2013, Australian golfer Andrew Dodt became the first golfer on the European Tour to hole a pair of aces in the same round. 

 

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A Flurry of Threes! – This DiSH for May 29

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In 1997, the Utah Jazz battled back from a 13-point deficit and John Stockton hit the game winning 3 to advance to the NBA Finals

In 1995, Rik Smits hit the game winner to beat the Magic after a flurry of 3s seesawed the game back and forth.

In 1982, the Minnesota Twins pulled off an unusual triple play against the New York Yankees.

In 2015, a par 4 was shortened to a par 3 due to standing water, marking the first time par for a PGA round was less than 70. 

In 1976, Joe Niekro hit his only major league home run and it came off his older brother, Phil. 

And in 1953, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay summited Mount Everest.

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The Bulls finally beat the Pistons – This DiSH for May 27

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In 1991, the Chicago Bulls put several years of frustration behind them, beating the sulky Detroit Pistons to advance to the NBA Finals. 

Also in 1991, a strange end to the Indianapolis 500 with Arie Luyendyk winning.

In 1937, Carl Hubbell won his 24th straight Major League baseball game. 

In 2012, Zach Johnson nearly coughed up a three shot lead on the final hole of the Colonial due to a faux pas.

In 1968,  Chicago Bears legendary coach George Halas retired. 

 

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Dominique vs Larry Legend plus Lebron’s First NBA Game Winner – This DiSH for May 22

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In 1988, Dominque Wilkins and Larry Bird went to head-to-head in a classic Game 7. 

In 2009, LeBron James hit the game winner in a 96-95 win in the Eastern Conference. 

In 1977, Janet Guthrie became the first woman to qualify for the Indianapolis 500.

In 2003, Annika Sorenstam played a PGA tour event, becoming the first woman to do so since 1945.

In 1963, Mickey Mantle hit a home run that he called the ‘hardest ball he ever hit.’

And in 1976, boxer Oscar Bonavena was shot and killed outside the Mustang Ranch. 

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Richard Petty’s Horrific Crash at Darlington Led to a Change – This DiSH for May 9

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In 1970, Richard Petty wrecked his racecar at Darlington and nearly died. But it did lead to a significant safety change. 

In 1984, the Chicago White Sox and Milwaukee Brewers played a 25 inning marathon. 

In 2010, golfer Tim Clarke ‘finally’ won on the PGA Tour.

And in 2002, football coach Dan Devine died at the age of 77.

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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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First Filly in 65 Years Wins the Derby! – This DiSH for May 3

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In 1980, Genuine Risk became the first filly to win the Kentucky Derby since 1915. 

In 1986, Bill Shoemaker rode a 17-1 longshot named Ferdinand to the win at the Derby.

In 1964, Pete Brown became the first black golfer to ever win a PGA Tour Event.

In 1970, Jack Nicklaus beat Arnold Palmer in a one-hole playoff to win the Byron Nelson Classic.

In 1936, Joe DiMaggio made his major league debut. 

 

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

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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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