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

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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Roberto De Vincenzo’s unfortunate mistake – This DiSH for April 14

In 1968, Roberto De Vincenzo signed an incorrect scorecard, costing him a stroke and a chance to win in a playoff.

In 1996, Greg Norman had his epic meltdown at the Masters, giving up a final round 6 shot lead to lose by 5.

In 1960, the Montreal Canadiens won their fifth straight Stanley Cup.

And in 1910, William Howard Taft became the first US President to throw out the first pitch at a baseball game.

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In 1928, New York Rangers head coach Lester Patrick inserted himself in as the goalie after Lorne Chabot took a puck to the eye.

In 1935, Gene Sarazen hit the most famous shot at the Masters.

In 1963, Jack Nicklaus won the first of his six Masters Green Jackets.

In 1985, Herschel Walker ran for a USFL record 233 yards.

And in 1989, the movie ‘Major League’ opened in theaters.

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