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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Bill Russell the Player, Bill Russell the Coach – This DiSH for April 18

In 1962, Bill Russell led the Boston Celtics to a game 7 win in the NBA Finals.

In 1966, Red Auerbach announced that Russell would be the next coach of the Celtics.

In 1946, Jackie Robinson became the first black player in International League history.

In 1942, the Toronto Maple Leafs won game 7, battling back from a 3-0 deficit.

In 1974, Moses Malone was drafted out of high school by the ABA’s Utah Stars.

In 2001, AC Green played his last game, ending his NBA record consecutive games played streak.

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