Back in Time: April 3

SI Staff | Apr 3, 2009

Back in Time: April 3

Tom Seaver

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After his name is picked from a hat in a special draft, Tom Seaver signs with the Mets for a reported $50,000 bonus.

Jean Ratelle

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In a 7-4 victory over Toronto, Boston's Jean Ratelle scores his 1,000th NHL point.

Ken Griffey Jr.

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In his first major league at bat, Ken Griffey Jr. doubles off of Oakland's Dave Stewart.

Michigan State

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At then 62nd NCAA Men's Basketball Championship in Indianapolis, Michigan State beats Florida to win the national title.

Marcus and Brian Giles

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On Opening Day, Marcus and Brian Giles bat first and second in the San Diego lineup in the Padres 7-0 victory over the Giants. It is the first time brothers have hit one and two in a game since Matty and Jesus Alou did it for San Francisco in 1965.

Born on this Day

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Also born on this day:<br>Chris Bosio (1963)<br>Pervis Ellison (1967) <br>Rodney Hampton (1969) <br>Picabo Street (1971)<br>Keith Closs (1976) <br>DeShawn Stevenson (1981) <br>Jared Allen (1982) <br>Jay Bruce (1987)