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Hank Aaron hit #715, Frank Robinson became MLB's First Black Manager, and Dave Cowans fired - This DiSH for April 8
Episode 843 • 8th April 2026 • This Day in Sports History • Thrive Sweet Productions
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In 1974, Atlanta Braves' Hank Aaron hit his 715th career home run to pass Babe Ruth.

In 1975, Frank Robinson became the first black manager in Major League Baseball.

In 1975, the Boston Celtics ended a dismal season. Head Coach Dave Cowans was fired soon after. Cowans is the last player/coach in the NBA.

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