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

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. 

Lou Gehrig’s Iron Man Streak Comes to an End – This DiSH for May 2

In 1939, Lou Gehrig removed himself from the lineup, ending his streak of consecutive games at 2,130.

In 1954, St. Louis’ Stan Musial hit five home runs in a single day. 

In 1964, Bill Hartack rode Northern Dancer to the then fastest Kentucky Derby win. 

In 1970, Diane Crump became the first female jockey to ride in the Kentucky Derby. 

And in 1984, the Dallas Cowboys used a 12-round pick to select Olympian Carl Lewis. 

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Richard Riot in Montreal – This DiSH for March 17

In 1955, French Canadians and fans of Montreal’s Maurice ‘Rocket’ Richard rioted in protest of their star being suspended.

In 1897, it was a boxing match to remember.

And in 2012, Fabrice Muamba collapsed during an FA Cup match.

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First Professional Baseball Team…sort of – This DiSH for March 15

In 1869, the Cincinnati Red Stockings became the first professional baseball team, with a few caveats. 

In 1892, the seeds of Liverpool FC were sown on this day with the ejection of John Houlding from Everton.

And in 1958, Maurice Stokes collapsed after a game, leaving him paralyzed and with brain damage. It was the result of what happened three days before.

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Tennis Drug Scandal – This DiSH for March 7

In 2016, Maria Sharapova announced she had tested positive for a banned substance. 

In 2012, Lionel Messi scored 5 goals in a UEFA Champions League game, the first to do that. 

And in 1970, Austin Carr scored the most points in an NCAA Tournament game. 

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Tarzan breaks his own 100 meter swimming World Record – This DiSH for Feb. 17

In 1924, Johnny Weismuller, who would go on to play Tarzan in 12 movies in the 30s and 40s broke the 100 meter swimming record. 

In 1974, tragedy in Egypt prior to a soccer match.

And in 2001, Baron Davis sank the longest shot in NBA history. 

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Munich Air Disaster – This DiSH for Feb. 6

On this day in 1958, a plane carrying 44 people, including the Manchester United Football Club, crashed killing 23. 

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Baseball Benches Schott – This DiSH for Feb. 3

In 1993, Cincinnati Reds owner Marge Schott was suspended for the season and fined $25,000.

In 1876, Albert Spalding started a sporting good company.

And in 2008, the New York Giants spoiled New England’s perfect season, beating the Patriots 17-14 in Super Bowl XLII.

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Super Bowl XXIII was more than just a game – This DiSH for Jan. 22

In 1989, Super Bowl XXIII was one of the great ones, but what was going on outside the stadium led to changes in the league. 

Also, in 1973, it was the Sunshine Showdown in Kingston, Jamaica between George Foreman and Joe Frazier.

In 2006, Kobe Bryant dropped 81 on Toronto. 

And in 1927, the first live broadcast of an English Soccer Match.

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John McEnroe kicked out of the Australian Open – This DiSH for Jan. 21

In 1990 – John McEnroe forgot about a rules change and it led to his expulsion from the tournament. 

In 1998, Venus and Serena Williams played against each other in a Grand Slam event for the first time. 

And in 2019, Emiliano Sala died in a plane crash on his way to his new team.

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