# Flyers won their first Stanley Cup, Gordie Howe's Aeros won the AVCO Cup, Willie T. Ribbs qualified for the Indy 50 - This DiSH for May 19

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Podcast: [This Day in Sports History](https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-day-in-sports-history-6689837)
Published: 2026-05-19T05:00:00+00:00
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In 1974, the Philadelphia Flyers became the first expansion team to win the Stanley Cup. In 1974, the Houston Aeros of the WHA won the AVCO Cup. In 1991, Willie T. Ribbs became the first black driver to qualify for the Indianapolis 500. In 1995, boxer Jimmy Garcia died 13 days after losing his bout with Gabriel Ruelas.

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