This Day in Sports History

In 1956, New York Yankee Don Larsen pitched the only perfect game in World Series history.In 1995, Seattle Mariner Edgar Martinez hit the most famous double in Major League Postseason History. In 2000, Michael Schumacher used savvy pit strategy to win a race and wrap up another F1 Championship.In 1988, Columbia University snapped their 44-game losing streak against Princeton.Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 1950, twelve players from the Czech National Hockey team were put on trial for espionage and treason and found guilty. In 1945, the Green Bay Packers scored 41 points in the second quarter to set the NFL record. In 1916, Georgia Tech rolled up 222 points in a game against Cumberland College.In 2023, Georgia Tech took advantage of a boneheaded decision by Miami, forcing a fumble to take possession and then scored the game winning touchdown with one second left. In 2017, Arizona's Khalil and Colorado’s Philip Lindsay dueled it out in Boulder. In 2007, the final player to wear a single bar facemask played in the NFL.

In 1990, Colorado got an extra down by mistake and used it to score the game-winning touchdown. In 2007, the Stanford Cardinal beat the #2 USC Trojans despite being a 41-point underdog. In 2007, LSU overcame a 10-point deficit to beat Florida.In 1993, Michael Jordan retired from the NBA for the first time. Was it due to his gambling debts? In 1845, it was the first time an umpire was used to officiate a baseball game. In 1965, Sandy Koufax refused to pitch game one of the World Series because it fell on Yom Kippur. In 1926, Babe Ruth became the first major leaguer to hit three home runs in a World Series game. In 1966, Jim Palmer became the youngest player to ever throw a shutout in the World Series. He was 20 years 11 months old.

In 1985, the New York Jets beat Buffalo 14-13 in the 'givin' him the business' game. In 2001, Barry Bonds hit his 71st home run of the season to become the single season home run King. In 2003, Dante Hall, a.k.a. the Human Joystick, returned a punt for a touchdown. It was his fourth straight game with a return for a touchdown. In 1985, Grambling Head Football Coach Eddie Robinson became the all-time winningest football coach in NCAA history, passing Bear Bryant. In 1941, the Brooklyn Dodgers found a unique way to lose a World Series game. In 1991, Cincinnati Bengals Head Coach Sam Wyche was fined $30,000 for not allowing female reporters in the locker room.

In 1995, the New York Yankees won a post-season thriller in the 15th inning. In 1955, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the decisive game 7 of the World Series against the New York Yankees. In 1997, the Kentucky Wildcats beat the Alabama Crimson Tide for the first time since 1922. In 1992, a hilarious prank was pulled off during a mid-game giveaway against Toronto's Derek Bell.

In 2003, the Indianapolis Colts scored 21 points in the final five minutes to force overtime against Tampa Bay and then they won it in OT 38-35. In 1920, the first NFL game was played between the Columbus Panhandles and the Dayton Triangles. In 1989, the Oakland Raiders hired Art Shell as their head coach. Shell was the first black coach in the MODERN NFL.In 1951, New York Giant Bobby Thomson blasted the 'Shot Heard 'round the World' to beat the Brooklyn Dodgers to win the NL Pennant. In 2013, Tiger Woods and Matt Kuchar celebrated their President's Cup win in a unique way.

In 1988, Roy Jones, Jr was robbed of a Gold Medal in the Olympic middleweight title fight. In 1978, New York Yankee Bucky Dent hit a dramatic three-run home run against the Boston Red Sox in a one-game playoff. In 1968, St. Louis Cardinal pitcher Bob Gibson set a World Series record with 17 strikeouts against the Detroit Tigers. In 1995, the Chicago Bulls, needing rebounding help, added Dennis Rodman to the roster.

In 1932, Babe Ruth appeared to call his shot in Game 3 of the World Series.In 1961, New York Yankee Roger Maris hit home run #61. In 1962, the San Francisco Giants grounds crew took some artistic license with the dirt around first base to slow down the speedy Maury Wills. In 1975, Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier faced each other in the Philippines in the 'Thrilla in Manilla.'Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 2007, the Detroit Lions scored 31 in the fourth quarter to beat Chicago. In 2012, the European side erased a four point deficit on the final day to win the Ryder Cup. In 1990, NASCAR rookie Rob Moroso was killed in a crash on his way home after a race in Wilkesboro, NC.In 1916, the New York Giants won their 26th straight MLB game and then had it ended in game two of a doubleheader. In 1945, Detroit's Hank Greenberg hit a grand slam home run to put the Tigers into the World Series. In 1972, Pittsburgh's Roberto Clemente picked up his 3000th hit of his career. He died three months later in a plane crash.

In 1954, New York Giants centerfielder Willie Mays made the catch to save a couple of runs from scoring in game 1 of the Cleveland Indians. In 1989, boxer Tony Wilson got a little help from his mom.In 1985, Washington QB Joe Theismann punted for the first and only time. His career punt average was 1.0 yard. In 1923, Walter Hagen and Gene Sarazen played what many consider to be the greatest match play battle in golf history.In 2007, golfer Woody Austin fell backward into a pond after attempting a shot during the President's Cup. In 1987, New York Yankee Don Mattingly hit his MLB record 6th Grand Slam of the season.

In 1951, Roger Maris scored 5 TDs (four of which were returns for TDs, 2 KO, 1 Punt, 1 Int) in a high school football game. In 1951, LA Rams QB Norm Van Brocklin threw for an NFL record 554 yards and five TDs. In 1951, New York Yankees pitcher Allie Reynolds pitched his second no-hitter of the season, becoming the first American Leaguer to do it. In 1941, Boston Red Sox legend Ted Williams went 6-8 on the final day of the regular season to boost his average to .406. In 1960, Williams closed out his MLB career with a home run in his final at bat. In 1969, Cincinnati Bengals QB Greg Cook was injured in the third game of his career. It was an injury that led to the premature end to his career.

In 1991, the Los Angeles Kings and New York Rangers played the first outdoor game and it took place in Las Vegas with game time temps around 90. In 1998, Prairie View's football broke their 80-game losing streak.In 2000, US Greco-Roman wrestler Rulon Gardner beat Russian Alexander Karelin to win Gold in the Olympics .In 1968, St. Louis Cardinal pitcher Bob Gibson closed out the regular season with a 1.12 ERA. His performance was so dominant that major league baseball lowered the mound the following season. In 1930, Bobby Jones won the US Amateur to win golf's first and only official Grand Slam. In 1998, St. Louis Cardinal Mark McGwire blasted two home runs for numbers 69 and 70 on the season for a new major league record.

In 1999, Justin Leonard sank a 45-foot birdie on 17 to grab a crucial 1/2 point and complete an incredible comeback to win the Ryder Cup back from the Europeans. In 2021, Justin Tucker hit the longest FG in NFL history to beat the Detroit Lions. But the kick should have been longer.In 1981, top-ranked Southern Cal scored the game winning TD with :02 left to beat #2 Oklahoma in a thriller. In 2010, Jim Furyk used a $39 bargain bin putter to win $11 million in the FedEx Championship.

In 1971, Marshall won its first game after a plane crash 10 months earlier killed 75 people, including most of the team, coaching staff, administrators, and several fans. In 1982, Northwestern broke their 34-game losing streak. In 2000, Vince Carter, aka Air Canada, dunked over France's Fredrick Weis in an Olympic prelim game. Some have called it the greatest in game dunk in basketball history. In 1962, Sonny Liston finally got his shot at the heavyweight title and made quick work of Floyd Patterson.

in 1989, Joe Montana led a fourth quarter comeback against Philadelphia despite the fact he was sacked 8 times on the day.In 1972, NY Jets Joe Namath and the Baltimore Colts Johnny Unitas put on quite a display of aerial firepower.In 1972, Oakland Raider Jack Tatum returned a fumble for an NFL record 104 yards. In 1994, Colorado beat Michigan on a stunning Hail Mary.In 2000, diver Laura Wilkinson overcame pain in her broken foot to win the first gold medal for a US woman in the 10 meter platform since 1964.In 1989, Ireland's Christy O'Connor came up with an amazing shot to help the Europeans retain the Ryder Cup.

In 2000, the UAB Blazers stunned LSU at Death Valley. In 1979, John Madden dropped his first 'BOOM' during an NFL broadcast. In 1992, Manon Rheume became the first woman to suit up and play for an NHL team. In 1969, LA Dodger John Miller hit a home run in his final at bat. He'd also his a homer in his first at bat. He only hit two in his career. In 1908, Fred Merkle failed to touch the next base on a walk off hit. He was called out and the play became known as 'Merkle's Boner' and was the origin of the term 'boneheaded play.'In 2001, New England QB Drew Bledsoe got injured in a game agains the NY Jets. He nearly died. It opened the door for Tom Brady to step in and take over.

In 1974, the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals got into a bench clearing brawl after Bill Madlock walked away from the plate in response to Cardinal pitcher Al Hrabosky doing what Al Hrabosky did. In 1927, Jack Dempsey knocked down Gene Tunney but didn't go to a neutral corner soon enough. His delay cost him a Heavyweight title. In 1990, Illinois running back Howard Griffith scored 8 touchdowns to set a new NCAA record. In 1991, Rollen Stewart, aka Rainbow Man, alias John 3:16 t-shirt guy, was arrested by police in Los Angeles after kidnapping a woman and barricading himself in a hotel room. Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Soap - Shave Soaps - This DiSH TestimonialThis episode is brought to you by the Stirling Soap Company. I’m a big fan of shave soap. I’ve been using different brands for years. I recently gave Stirling’s shave soaps a try and I’ve been very happy with the results. Stirling’s shave soaps give you a great lather and a frictionless feel that allows the razor to glide over the skin for a super close shave. No skin irritation and a clean, refreshing feel with no soapy residue after. I can tell you without a doubt, it’s simply the best shave I’ve ever had. My wife has noticed too. And here’s the thing, with the ability to purchase one ounce sample pucks, you can try out different scents to find the right one for you. Give Stirling Soap a try today. Visit Stirling Soap dot com. That’s S-T-I-R-L-I-N-G SOAP dot COM.

In 1969, Wayne Maki hit Ted Green in the head with his stick, cracking his skull. The blow nearly killed him and it resulted in the first assault charges being filed against NHL players for an on-ice, in-game fight. In 1970, Monday Night Football debuted on ABC.In 2008, the Miami Dolphins rolled out the 'Wildcat' offense as a component of their offense. In 1985, the Baylor Bears pulled off a huge upset against the #3 USC Trojans. In 2003, NASCAR's 'Lucky Dog' rule went into effect for the first time. Ryan Newman benefitted from the rule, coming from a lap down to win the race. In 1975, the NFL became the first league to mic the ref to announce penalty calls.

In 1973, Billie Jean King beat Bobby Riggs in straight sets in a made for TV tennis match in the Houston Astrodome. In 1973, the New York Mets beat the Pittsburgh Pirates in 13 innings after getting extremely lucky on a ball that should have gone over the fence. In 1969, Jack Nicklaus conceded Tony Jacklin's two-foot putt in an all-square match on the final hole of the Ryder Cup. The Ryder Cup finished all square and the US held onto the cup. In 1934, Burleigh Grimes pitched the last legal spitball in the major leagues. Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 1988, Olympic medalist Greg Louganis hit his head on the 3m Springboard during the prelims. In 1998, Tennessee beat Florida 20-17 in OT in front of the then largest crowd to watch a college football game outside of Ann Arbor, Michigan. In 1965, the NFL added an official to the crew to make sure quarterbacks weren't going past the line of scrimmage. In 1959, Jack Nicklaus won the US Amateur. In 2020, Danny Lee needed six putts to hole out from four feet. Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Soap - Shave Soaps - This DiSH TestimonialThis episode is brought to you by the Stirling Soap Company. I’m a big fan of shave soap. I’ve been using different brands for years. I recently gave Stirling’s shave soaps a try and I’ve been very happy with the results. Stirling’s shave soaps give you a great lather and a frictionless feel that allows the razor to glide over the skin for a super close shave. No skin irritation and a clean, refreshing feel with no soapy residue after. I can tell you without a doubt, it’s simply the best shave I’ve ever had. My wife has noticed too. And here’s the thing, with the ability to purchase one ounce sample pucks, you can try out different scents to find the right one for you. Give Stirling Soap a try today. Visit Stirling Soap dot com. That’s S-T-I-R-L-I-N-G SOAP dot COM.

In 1982, Stanford with senior QB John Elway played San Jose State coached by Jack Elway for the fourth and final time. In 1988, Arnold Palmer won his final golf tournament. In 1999, 35-year old Jim Morris made his major league debut with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. His story inspired a movie with Dennis Quaid playing Morris.

In 1988, the top ranked Miami Hurricanes scored 17 points in the final 5:30 to beat #16 Michigan 31-30.In 1961, the expansion Minnesota Vikings beat the Chicago Bears in the opening week of the season. In 1933, the 'Bronco Nagurski' rule went into effect. In 1994, UNLV Quarterback Jason Davis completed 28 of 41 passes for 347 yards...in a single quarter!In 2004, it was a horrible start for the Americans in the Ryder Cup that doomed them to their worst defeat ever. In 1992, the Filipino Little League team had their Little League World Series title stripped for using ineligible players.

In 1869, Young Tom Morris holed the first Ace in a major golf tournament. In 1989, Raghib ‘Rocket’ Ismail ran back two kickoffs for TDs against Michigan in a 24-19 win. It was the second time Rocket ran two back for TDs in a game.In 2000, Kentucky State’s Alvon Brown rushed for 405 yards rushing to set a Division 2 record.In 1924, St. Louis Cardinal Jim Bottomley drove in 12 of his team's 17 runs.In 1975, Pittsburgh’s Rennie Stennett collected 7 hits in a 22-0 win over Chicago.In 2018, Denise Mueller-Korenek broke the bicycling land speed record on the Bonneville Salt Flats with a speed of 183.932 mph.

In 1978, Muhammad Ali beat Leon Spinks to win his thirdIn 1969, Steve Carlton struck out 19 and lost to the New York MetsIn 1971, Larry Yount was brought in to pitch in his major league debut but never threw an official pitch and never pitched again in the majors.In 1973, Archie Griffin started a string of 31 consecutive 100 yard rushing games.In 2002, Raiders quarterback Rich Gannon started a string of 6 consecutive 300 yard passing games.

In 1969, tire issues caused concern among NASCAR drivers at the brand new track at Talladega. It led to a 17-driver boycott. In 1991, San Diego State freshman running back Marshall Faulk set a new rushing record with 386 yards and 7 touchdowns.In 2003, Baltimore Raven running back Jamal Lewis rushed for a then NFL record 295 yards in a win over Cleveland.In 1994, the remainder of the Major League Baseball season and postseason was cancelled.In 2019, Nick Kyrgios had a near match long meltdown, eventually costing him a record $113,000 fine. Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly Books

In 1992, San Francisco' Steve Young and Buffalo's Jim Kelly went head-to-head in an offensive air assault. It became the first NFL game with zero punts. In 1981, the Atlanta Falcons scored 31 points in the 4th quarter against Green Bay to tie an NFL record.In 2015, Tennessee Titan Marcus Mariotta became the first rookie QB to put together a perfect QB rating in his first start. In 1958, Florida State's Vic Prinzi became the first player to score a two-point conversion. In 1951, Jake LaMotta knocked out Laurent Dauthuille with 13 seconds remaining in the bout to retain his Middleweight title. In 1902, it was the first time the double play trio of Johnny Evers, Joe Tinker, and Frank Chance started at their respective positions. They became famous after the New York Daily Mail's Franklin Pierce Adams wrote the poem ‘Tinker to Evers to Chance’.Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 2009, Serena Williams exploded at a linesman after a foot fault. It cost her the match and a record amount of money. In 1992, Michael Chang and Stefan Edberg played a record setting marathon match at the US Open.In 1971, Johnny Miller won his first PGA Tournament after canceling a fishing trip.In 1976, Niki Lauda made his return to F1 just 33 days from a fiery crash.In 1995, the Harlem Globetrotters lost in Vienna, Austria to a team composed of former NBA stars including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

In 1985, Pete Rose picked up hit number 4,192 to pass Ty Cobb as the all-time MLB hits leader. In 1906, Boston Americans right fielder Jack Hayden and his teammate, second baseman Hobe Ferris got into a horrific fight that led to Hayden losing teeth and both being arrested. In 1991, it was an unusual combined no-hitter in Atlanta.In 2015, Meadville (Pa.) High School beat DuBois (Pa.) High School in a high school football game, 107-90. There were records for passing yards and rushing yards. In 2010, FCS representative James Madison beat #13 Virginia Tech 21-16. Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 2016, Central Michigan benefitted from an officiating error to get an untimed down and then shocked Oklahoma State on the final play. In 1978, the Oakland Raiders pulled off the 'Holy Roller' to beat San Diego.In 1972, an imposter jumped into the men's Olympic marathon with about a kilometer to go and then ran around the track as if he was the leader. In 1983, a linesman was struck by ball during a US Open tennis match. The shot caused him to fall backward and hit his head on the hard court surface. The impact knocked him out. He was taken to a hospital but died five days later. In 1992, it was a big win for NFL players when New York Jets running back Freeman McNeil along with 7 others won their court case against the NFL’s Plan B free agency.

In 1972, the US Men's basketball team had their Gold Medals stolen from them by the Soviets and FIBA.In 2020, the Atlanta Braves scored 29 runs to set a new National League record. In 1965, LA Dodger Sandy Koufax threw a perfect game against the Chicago Cubs. The game set records for fewest hits in a game (1) and baserunners (2).In 1960, the Denver Broncos and the Boston Patriots played the first ever regular season football game in the new American Football League.In 2007, the Patriots were caught stealing the opposing teams signals from an area they were not supposed to be.

In 2002, the Kansas Chiefs beat the Cleveland Browns on an untimed field goal after Dwayne Rudd took off his helmet before the play was over. In 1960, Wilma Rudolph became the first female track athlete to win three gold medals during an Olympic Summer games. In 2001, Venus and Serena Williams played against each other in a grand slam finals match for the first time.In 1957, Althea Gibson became the first black athlete to win the US Open. In 1979, Tracy Austin became the youngest to win a grand slam tennis event in the open era. Martina Hingis now holds the record. In 1965, Bert Campaneris showcased his utility by playing all nine positions in the same game. Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly BooksStirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 1980, Green Bay kicker Chester Marcol scored the game winning touchdown against Chicago. In 2003, Carolina Panther QB Jake Delhomme sparked a second half comeback to beat Jacksonville Jaguars. In 1979, ESPN hit the air with the words, 'If you're a fan, if you're a fan, what you'll see in the minutes, days and weeks that follow may convince you, you've gone to sports heaven.'In 1889, the St. Louis Browns lit candles of protest in a game with the Brooklyn Bridegrooms.

In 1976, LA Dodger Steve Yaeger nearly died but he turned his horrific injury into a new piece of equipment. In 1995, Baltimore Oriole Cal Ripken became Major League Baseball's new Iron Man. In 1924, St. Louis Browns pitcher Urban Shocker pitched both games of a double header.In 2004, Tiger Woods lost his number one ranking after holding it for 264 consecutive weeks.In 1975, tennis player Martina Navratilova applied for asylum in the US.In 1978, Adolf Dassler died.In 1981, the NFL put the Lester Hayes rule into effect.Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Soap - Shave Soaps - This DiSH TestimonialThis episode is brought to you by the Stirling Soap Company. I’m a big fan of shave soap. I’ve been using different brands for years. I recently gave Stirling’s shave soaps a try and I’ve been very happy with the results. Stirling’s shave soaps give you a great lather and a frictionless feel that allows the razor to glide over the skin for a super close shave. No skin irritation and a clean, refreshing feel with no soapy residue after. I can tell you without a doubt, it’s simply the best shave I’ve ever had. My wife has noticed too. And here’s the thing, with the ability to purchase one ounce sample pucks, you can try out different scents to find the right one for you. Give Stirling Soap a try today. Visit Stirling Soap dot com. That’s S-T-I-R-L-I-N-G SOAP dot COM.

In 2013, Peyton Manning became the sixth NFL QB to throw 7 TDs in a game. In 1906, the first legal forward pass was thrown in a football game.In 1997, Houston's Tony Peña pulled off the second fake intentional walk of his career. In 1972, eight members of Black September, an offshoot of the Palestinian Liberation Organization, invaded the Israeli Olympic living quarters with guns drawn, taking hostages and demanding the release of 236 Arab prisoners. In 1979, Ann Meyers became the first woman to ever be signed to an NBA contract. In 1971, it was the closest ever finish to a Formula one race.Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Soap - Shave Soaps - This DiSH TestimonialThis episode is brought to you by the Stirling Soap Company. I’m a big fan of shave soap. I’ve been using different brands for years. I recently gave Stirling’s shave soaps a try and I’ve been very happy with the results. Stirling’s shave soaps give you a great lather and a frictionless feel that allows the razor to glide over the skin for a super close shave. No skin irritation and a clean, refreshing feel with no soapy residue after. I can tell you without a doubt, it’s simply the best shave I’ve ever had. My wife has noticed too. And here’s the thing, with the ability to purchase one ounce sample pucks, you can try out different scents to find the right one for you. Give Stirling Soap a try today. Visit Stirling Soap dot com. That’s S-T-I-R-L-I-N-G SOAP dot COM.

In 1950, NASCAR raced 500 miles for the first time. The Southern 500 wreaked havoc on tires and was a battle of attrition. In 1991, the notation that Babe Ruth was the record holder for home runs in a 154 game season was finally removed from the record books. There was never an asterisk. In 1993, New York Yankee Jim Abbott pitched a no-hitter against the Cleveland Indians. In 1972, U.S. swimmer Rick DeMont had his gold medal taken away.

In 1989, a World Cup qualifying match between Brazil and Chile ended in chaos. In 1977, Japan’s Sadaharu Oh hit career homer number 756, passing Hank Aaron’s total. In 2008, it was the first official use of replay in major league baseball.In 1906, the first prize fight was hosted in the Nevada desert featuring Battling Nelson and Joe Gans. In 1970, Vince Lombardi died after battling colon cancer. Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly BooksStirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 1972, US middle distance runner Dave Wottle won the gold medal in one of the most dramatic comebacks in the 800m final. In 1995, Northwestern beat Notre Dame after being a 28-point underdog.In 1956, F1 rookie Peter Collins gave up his race car to teammate Juan Manual Fangio midway through the final race to allow Fangio a chance to capture the championship title. In 1979, Philadelphia Eagles kicker Tony Franklin became the first barefoot kicker in the NFL.In 2013, after decades of trying, Diana Nyad finally achieved her goal of swimming the distance between Cuba and the United States.Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly Books

In 2007, Appalachian State beat Michigan 34-32 in the greatest college football upset. In 1984, Mississippi Valley State's Jerry Rice caught 17 passes for 294 yards and 5 TDs in an 86-0 win. In 1996, Tiger Woods finished tied for 60th and cashed his first PGA Tour check of $2,544.In 1985, Bill Elliott won the Southern 500 and in doing so won the inaugural Winston Million Dollar prize.In 1989, Major League Baseball commissioner A. Bart Giamatti died of a heart attack. He was 51. In 1964, Masanori Murakami made his major league debut and in doing so, became the first Japanese player to play in the majors.

In 1969, boxer Rocky Marciano was killed in a plane crash in route to Des Moines, Iowa.In 1972, US sprinters Rey Robinson and Ed Hart were disqualified from their heat races due to a mixup in scheduling. In 1937, Detroit Tiger rookie Rudy York hit two home runs to finish the month of August with 18 home runs. That bested Babe Ruth's record of 17 for homers in a calendar month. And in 1990, Ken Griffey, Sr. and Ken Griffey, Jr. became the first father/son duo to play with each other in the same game. Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly BooksStirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 1904, the Olympic marathon is a marvel in that anybody finished and a wonder that it ever made it back into the Olympics afterward. In 1991, long jumper Mike Powell topped Bob Beamon's seemingly impossible mark. In 2003, Katie Knida became the first female to play in a college football game. And on this day in 1917, William ‘Pop’ Gates was born.

In 2004, Brazilian runner Vanderlei de Lima was leading the marathon until the 22nd mile when Irishman Cornelius Horan surged onto the course, grabbed de Lima and pushed him into the crowd.In 1973, Nolan Ryan came close to another no-hitter. It would have been the first time in MLB history a pitcher had thrown 3 in a season if he'd gotten a little help. In 1925, New York Yankee Babe Ruth was suspended by his own manager and fined $5000. In 1974, Moses Malone became the first player to go directly from high school to the pros. And in 1885, it was the first boxing title fight under the Marquess de Queensbury rules.

In 2000, Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia squared off in the made-for-tv matchplay event 'The Battle at Bighorn.'In 1954, Arnold Palmer won the US Amateur after four previous attempts. His win on this day was what he called his 'turning point', giving him the confidence that he could turn pro.In 1988, LA Dodger manager Tommy Lasorda attacked the Phillie Phanatic.In 1970, Detroit Tiger pitcher Denny McLain was suspended by the team after a rank went wrong. In 1960, a protest by the American swimming team at the Olympics was denied despite solid technological evidence proving them right.In 1955, overtime was implemented for the first time in an NFL game. It was a preseason game between the Los Angeles Rams and the New York Giants in Portland, Oregon. Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 1972, Baltimore Colt All-Pro defensive end Bubba Smith tore up his knee when he got caught up with the first down chains. He missed the entire year and he was never the same. In 1997, Arsenal's Dennis Bergkamp scored an exceptional hat trick against Leicester. In 1985, top seed and World Number one John McEnroe was nearly bounced in the first round of the US Open by Shlomo Glickstein. In 1977, Texas Ranger players Toby Harrah and Bump Wills hit back-to-back inside the park home runs. It's the only time in MLB history.

In 1951, the plane carrying Toronto Maple Leaf Bill Barilko and his pilot friend Dr. Henry Hudson is presumed to have crashed on this day. The plane was not found for nearly 11 years. In 1939, the first ever sports event was broadcast on television. In 2001, Tiger Woods and Jim Furyk played 7 sudden death playoff holes before Tiger finally pulled out the win. In 1990, José Maria Olazabal played his first PGA Tour event and won by 12 shots. In 1961, Anna Quast-Decker smoked the field at the Women's US Amateur Championship winning her final match 14 & 13. Of the 112 holes she played, she lost only 6. In 1973, the movie ‘Bang the Drum Slowly’ starring Robert DeNiro as a baseball player with a terminal illness debuted in theaters. Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly Books

In 1996, Tiger Woods stormed back from being down five after the morning round to win his 3rd consecutive US Amateur championships. The match is mostly known for the act of sportsmanship that happened on the day's 34th hole. In 1946, Ben Hogan won the PGA Championship for his first of what would be 9 major golf titles. In 1889, Cincinnati and Brooklyn players were arrested during a game for playing on Sunday.In 1922, the Chicago Cubs beat the Philadelphia Phillies 26-23. The 49 combined runs is the MLB record for combined runs. In 1875, 27-year old Matthew Webb became the first human to successfully swim the English Channel.Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Roastery - This DiSH

In 1986, then golfer, now golf commentator David Feherty won the Scottish Open and then several hours later lost the trophy somewhere in Glasgow or beyond. In 1919, Cleveland pitcher Ray Caldwell was on the mound when he was struck by lightning. After he regained consciousness, he finished out the game. In 1983, Baltimore pitcher Tippy Martinez picked off three runners in a single inning to become the first and only pitcher in MLB history to do that. In 1989, Pete Rose was banned from baseball by then commissioner Bart Giamatti. That ban was lifted earlier this year, making him eligible for Hall of Fame election in 2027. Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly Books

In 1982, Gaylord Perry was ejected for doctoring the baseball for the only time in his career. In 1989, Montreal Expos' mascot Youppi! was ejected after upsetting LA Dodgers' manager Tommy Lasorda.In 1936, Cleveland pitcher Bob Feller made his MLB debut and struck out 15 to pick up his first win. In 1957, the Little League baseball team from Monterrey, Mexico became the first team from outside the US to win the LLWS.

In 1973, the US Men's Basketball team got in a fight with the Cuban national team. In 1965, San Francisco's Juan Marichal hit Dodger catcher John Roseboro with a bat in an ugly brawl.In 1960, Billy Martin, then a Cincinnati Red was sued by Chicago Cub pitcher Jim Brewer for a brawl they'd been involved with a few weeks before. In 2007, the Texas Rangers beat the Baltimore Orioles 30-3. The 30 runs is the most ever scored by a single team in MLB history. In 2015, the first American born and raised player made his debut in an Australian Rules Football game. Mentioned in this episode:Stirling Soap ver. 2 - This DiSH - Steve WhiteThis episode is brought to by Stirling Soap Company. Fellas, you’ve heard the phrase, ‘look good, feel good!’ But why not add ‘smell good’ to that too! That’s where Stirling Soap Company comes in. First, Stirling Soap is 100 percent natural and has a wide variety of bath soaps, shave soaps, beard balm, lotions, and cologne. Second, there’s a scent just for you. How about Burgundy? Yeah, it’s more than a color. The Stirling Soap folks blend natural essential oils with hints of mahogany, golden amber, and Sandalwood. Or how about D-503, an intensely masculine scent inspired by Legend by Mont Blanc. And third, you will feel good about the price. For just a little more than you’d pay at the grocery store, Stirling Soap will leave you feeling clean, refreshed and ready for whatever’s next. Give Stirling Soap a try today. Visit StirlingSoap.com. That’s S-T-I-R-L-I-N-G Soap dot com.

In 1990, the Philadelphia Phillies scored 9 runs in the top of the ninth to beat the LA Dodgers 12-11.In 1967, Ken 'the Hawk' Harrelson was fired as a player by owner Charlie Finley. Harrelson was able to negotiate with different teams eventually signing with the Boston Red Sox. In 1901, Baltimore Orioles pitcher Joe McGinnity stomped on umpire Tom Connolly's foot and spit tobacco juice in his face in an argument that led to a suspension. In 2011, golfer Webb Simpson, a guy who’d grown up in Raleigh, played collegiate golf at Wake Forest shot a final round 67 to win his first PGA event in Greensboro at the Wyndham Classic.

In 1964, Phil Linz and the Harmonica Incident. In 2000, Tiger beat Bob May in a three-hole playoff to win the PGA Championship. In 2006, Tiger won his third PGA Championship.In 1967, Charlie Sifford won his first official PGA Tournament. In 1945, 17 year old Tommy Brown became the youngest to ever hit a home run in the Majors. Mentioned in this episode:NBA 75 and Golf Round I'll Never Forget Promo for Firefly BooksStirling Roastery - This DiSH