Moises Alou's Game Winning All-Star RBI

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Did you know that it was Moises’ walk off double in the bottom of the 10th inning that won the 1994 MLB All-Star Game for the National League? The shot to the left center gap scored Tony Gwynn all the way from first base giving them an 8-7 victory. The win broke the NL’s 6 year losing streak in All-Star Games. It was Fred ‘Crime-Dog’ McGriff who would receive game MVP honors though. His two run pinch hit homer in the bottom of the ninth tied it 7-7. Oh well Moises. Happy Birthday!

First Pick - Glenn Robinson

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June 29th, 1994- With the 1st pick of the NBA Draft the Milwaukee Bucks select Forward Glenn Robinson out of Purdue. The ‘Big Dog’ went on to average over 20 ppg in seven of his eight seasons as a Buck. Glenn is the second place all-time leading scorer in team history, trailing only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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R.I.P. - Joe Delaney

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Today we’re remembering Kansas City Chiefs Running Back Joe Delaney . The 1981 rookie of the year only played in 23 career games, before his life was tragically cut short on June 29th, 1983. He risked, and ultimately lost his life trying to save three young boys who were drowning in a pond near his Louisiana home. Joe couldn’t swim himself, but laid it all on the line to try and save them. No-one since has worn the #37 for the Chiefs. RIP Joe

The Bird- Mark Fidrych

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June 28th, 1976 - Bird Mania-

Mark ‘The Bird’ Fidrych mows down the 1st place New York Yankees during an electrifying 5-1 complete game shut out victory. The game was featured on ABC’s Monday Night Baseball and lasted only 1 hour & 51 minutes. Fidrych went on to win AL Rookie of the Year honors with a 19-9 record and a 2.34 era. He also led the AL with 24 complete games that season. He’s the only baseball player to ever be featured on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine. R.I.P Bird

1991 NBA Draft- Hornets Select Larry Johnson #1

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June 26th, 1991 The Charlotte Hornets select UNLV forward Larry Johnson with the 1st overall pick in the NBA Draft. Two of his ‘Runnin Rebel’ teammates joined him as lottery picks. Stacy Augmon was picked 9th by the Atlanta Hawks, while point guard Greg Anthony was selected 12th by the Knicks.

Giveaway Winners !!!

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Twenty people entered the Blaze # 1 giveaway, but only three were lucky enough to have their number drawn. Thanks to everybody who commented and tagged their buds. I really appreciate you guys following along and spreading the word about the Amazing Blaze Zine !! Keep on the look out for more giveaways every month.

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Longest INT Return in Browns History

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The former Mr. Reggie Rutland holds the record for the longest INT return for a TD in Cleveland Browns history. The timing of the pick is really what I remember most about it. The INT came during the same 1993 game when Dan Marino blew out his achilles tendon. The southpaw Scott Mitchell was in for Miami and his very first throw was picked off my Najee and returned 97 yds for a touchdown. As a 12 year old Dolphins fan my world was upside down. Happy Birthday Mr. Mustafaa.

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