Tag: The Masters

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

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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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Tiger Woods Wins his first Masters in Record Fashion – This DiSH for April 13

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In 1997, Tiger won his first Masters by a record number of shots and also posted the best 4-day total in Masters history.

In 1986, a 46-year old Jack Nicklaus won his 6th Masters green jacket, becoming the oldest to ever win at Augusta. 

In 1957, the Boston Celtics beat the St. Louis Hawks in game 7 of the NBA championship to win their first of 17 NBA titles

And in 1978, the ‘Reggie’ bar was distributed at the New York Yankees game. 

 

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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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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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Triumph and Trickery in the Original Olympic Marathon – This DiSH for April 10

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In 1896, it looked like a Greek sweep of the top three finishers or was it?

In 1960, Arnold Palmer won the second of his four Masters Green Jackets.

In 1975, Lee Elder became the first black man to play in The Masters.

And in 1999, the Chicago Bulls set a record of futility. 

 

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A Two-Foot Nightmare – This DiSH for April 9

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In 1989, Scott Hoch missed a two-foot putt on the first playoff hole that would have won The Masters. 

In 1978, Gary Player won his third Masters green jacket. 

Also in 1978, David Thompson and George Gervin battled it out for the NBA scoring title 900 miles apart. 

And in 1981, the start of Fernando Mania started with his opening day complete game shutout. 

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Lester Patrick literally saves the day – This DiSH for April 7

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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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Arnold Palmer wins his first Masters – This DiSH for April 6

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In 1958, Arnold Palmer battled the weather, the course conditions, and the other golfers to win his first Masters.

Also on this day, the term ‘Amen Corner’ to describe Augusta National’s 11th, 12th, and 13th holes was coined by a Sports Illustrated writer.

In 1896, the modern Olympics was born. The US team nearly missed it. 

In 1997, NHL veteran Craig McTavish retired becoming the final player allowed to play without a helmet. 

In 1973, Ron Blomberg became the first DH in major league baseball.

In 1982, opening day at Yankee Stadium was canceled due to a blizzard. 

 

 

 

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Ben Hogan’s Brush with Death – This DiSH for Feb. 2

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In 1949, golfer Ben Hogan and his wife Valerie were traveling home for some much needed rest when they collided with a bus. 

In 1954, Bevo Francis scored 113 points in a college basketball game. 

And in 1968, Wilt Chamberlain had a double-triple-double. 

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