Joe Louis pushed to the limit by Billy Conn, the 'Worst Avid Golfer' identified, and Billy Martin yanked Reggie - This DiSH for June 18

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In 1941, Joe Louis survived a strong effort by Billy Conn.

In 1985, Golf Digest held the 'World's Worst Avid Golfer' tournament.

In 2006, Phil Mickelson made double bogey on the final hole to lose at the US Open. He finished 2nd for the fourth time.

In 1898, Scotland's Fred Herd won the US Open but was made to put down a deposit by officials to ensure Fred wouldn't sell the trophy.

In 1977, during the Yankees-Red Sox game, Billy Martin pulled Reggie Jackson while he was in right field, leading to a near fight in the dugout.

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