Category: No-hitter
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The Saddest No-Hitter: Andy Hawkins and the Game That Got Away
While many no-hitters are celebrated triumphs, some are overshadowed by bizarre and unfortunate circumstances, and Andy Hawkins’ July 1, 1990, no-hit loss stands as a prime example—a game forever etched into baseball’s quirky history.
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Who Caught Nolan Ryan’s No-Hitters?
Nolan Ryan’s seven no-hitters are amazing. I don’t feel like anyone will ever surpass this record. Ryan did not accomplish this without the effort of the teams he played on, and one thing I don’t hear celebrated enough is the contrition the catcher showed in these amazing feats.
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The Hardest No-Hitter: Dave Righetti’s July 4th Triumph Against the Red Sox
On a hot and humid July 4th, 1983, at Yankee Stadium, amidst the roar of a boisterous New York crowd, Dave Righetti secured his place in baseball history. In a game defined by fierce rivalry, sweltering heat, and immense pressure, Righetti delivered a masterful no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox.…
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