Johnny Vander Meer, best known for throwing consecutive no-hitters, becomes the first hurler to start a game by throwing four consecutive bases on balls before retiring a single batter. The Reds’ starter will not make it out of the first inning of the Crosley Field contest, an eventual 6-0 loss to New York.

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On June 16, 1941 — Johnny Vander Meer, best known for throwing consecutive no-hitters, becomes the first hurler to start a game by throwing four consecutive bases on balls before retiring a single batter. The Reds’ starter will not make it out of the first inning of the Crosley Field contest, an eventual 6-0 loss to New York.

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