Apr
On April 11th 1975, Hank Aaron returned to Milwaukee and made his debut as a Brewer in the team’s home opener against the Cleveland Indians. Aaron went 1-for-3 with an RBI in Milwaukee’s 6-2 victory.
Apr
57 years ago, the Montreal Canadiens won the franchise’s eighth Stanley Cup title by defeating the defending champion Detroit Red Wings in five games. Montreal’s Maurice “Rocket” Richard scored the series-winning goal in the Canadiens’ sixth-consecutive Finals appearance.
Apr
On this day in 1981, Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela started his first major league game, a five-hit, five-strikeout complete game 2-0 win over the visiting Astros. Valenzeula’s ’81 season inspired “Fernandomania” as he started the season 8-0 with a .50 ERA and finished an All-Star and Silver Slugger, the National League Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award winner, and World Series champion.
Apr
On April 8th 1940, Boston Celtics legend John Havlicek was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio. In 16 NBA seasons, “Hondo” was an All-Star 13 times and won eight titles.
Pay Homage to Havlicek’s epic steal in the ’65 playoffs with our tee. Get it here!
Apr
29 years ago today, Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Morris no-hit the Chicago White Sox, striking out eight and walking six in a 4-0 win. It was an auspicious start for Detroit, who led the American League East wire-to-wire and won the ’84 World Series 4-1 over the San Diego Padres.
Apr
On this day in 1958, Arnold Palmer won the first of his four Masters Championships, shooting a four-under 284 and winning $11,250.
Apr
Today Homage wishes Pearl Jam lead guitarist Mike McCready a very happy 47th birthday.
Apr
19 years ago today, Chicago Cubs outfielder Karl “Tuffy” Rhodes became the first National League player to hit three home runs on opening day.
Apr
On this day in 1995, UCLA defeated Arkansas 89-78 to win the program’s 11th national championship. The Bruins’ most memorable moment, however, came in the second round against Missouri, as point guard Tyus Edney dashed the length of the court in just over four seconds and tossed in a layup that gave UCLA a 75-74 victory.
Apr
On April 2nd 1986 the NCAA officially adopted the three-point shot into its rule book. The 19-foot, nine-inch line was eventually pushed back to 20 feet, 9 inches in 2007. Former Davidson guard Stephen Curry (above) ranks fifth all-time with 414 treys; Duke alum J.J. Redick holds the #1 spot with 457.
