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Two football greats connected in life, died exactly 60 years apart - This DiSH for May 18
Episode 172
In 1963, running back Ernie Davis died of Leukemia.
In 2023, 60 years later, Jim Brown died.
In 1912, Allan Travers gave up 26 hits and 24 runs in a ga…
2 years ago
The Pass in the Grass - This DiSH for May 17
Episode 171
In 1987, Dale Earnhardt pulled off an incredible maneuver, even though no actual pass took place.
In 1975, six men ran a sub four mile in a race as th…
2 years ago
Never Fear, Magic is Here! - This DiSH for May 16
Episode 170
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 Kni…
2 years ago
Barker Perfect and Cobb Pummels a Fan - This DiSH for May 15
Episode 169
In 1981, Cleveland pitcher Len Barker pitched a perfect game against Toronto
In 1912, Ty Cobb went into the stands and beat up a heckling fan.
In 1990…
2 years ago
Future LA Laker killed in a car accident - This DiSH for May 14
Episode 168
In 1967, Dwight Smith was killed in a car accident in Kentucky just a few weeks after being selected by the LA Lakers in the NBA draft.
In 1992, form…
2 years ago
The Mother's Day Massacre - This DiSH for May 13
Episode 167
In 1973, Bobby Riggs beat Margaret Court in straight sets in the first 'Battle of the Sexes.'
In 1962 and again on this day in 1973, golfer Bruce Cra…
2 years ago
Tragedy for the First Family of NASCAR - This DiSH for May 12
Episode 166
In 2000, 19-year old Adam Petty died during a practice session at Loudon.
In 1970, Mr. Cub, Ernie Banks, hit career homerun #500.
In 1979, Chris Evert…
2 years ago
Ted Turner Made His Managerial Debut - This DiSH for May 11
Episode 165
In 1977, Atlanta Braves owner Ted Turner stepped in as manager of his own team.
In 1919, an extra innings pitcher's duel featuring Walter Johnson at …
2 years ago
Bobby Orr's Flying Goal Wins the Cup! - This DiSH for May 10
Episode 164
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 b…
2 years ago
Richard Petty's Horrific Crash at Darlington Led to a Change - This DiSH for May 9
Episode 163
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 …
2 years ago