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Tyson's First Fight after prison, Lee Trevino won his final major, and Bill Veeck sent Eddie Gaedel to the plate - This DiSH for Aug. 19
Episode 630 • 19th August 2025 • This Day in Sports History • Thrive Sweet Productions
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In 1995, Mike Tyson fought his first fight in 3 1/2 years, stopping Peter McNeeley is 1:20.

In 1984, Lee Trevino won the PGA Championship.

In 1951, St. Louis Browns owner signed 3'8" Eddie Gaedel to a contract and sent him to the plate.

In 1997, Wade Boggs made his first appearance as a relief pitcher.

In 1941, Pittsburgh Pirates manager Frankie Frisch was ejected from a game after raising an umbrella.

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