Jesse Barnes fires only no Hitter in 1922
1922 – Jesse Barnes of the New York Giants pitches the only no-hitter of the year, beating the Philadelphia Phillies, 6 – 0, at the Polo Grounds.
Walter Mueller becomes first player to have 5 RBI’s in Debut
Walter Mueller becomes the first player to drive in five runs in his major league debut. The 27 year-old rookie outfielder’s offensive output, which include a double and home run, helps the Pirates beat Chicago at Cubs Park, 11-5.
Bob “Fats” Fothergill becomes the first – and only – man to pinch-hit for the legendary Ty Cobb
On May 5, 1922, Bob “Fats” Fothergill becomes the first – and only – man to pinch-hit for the legendary Ty Cobb. Facing the Detroit Tigers, Bill Bayne of the St. Louis Browns pitches a no-hitter into the 9th inning. Detroit manager Ty Cobb then sends up five straight pinch hitters, the first of whom breaks up the no-hitter. One of the pinch…
Babe Ruth throws his Babe Ruth candy bars to the fans sitting in the outfield in Yankee Stadium before a game in 1922.
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Charlie Robertson, in only his fourth career start, becomes the third modern pitcher to throw a perfect no-hit, no-run game when he beats the Tigers at Navin Field, 2-0. The White Sox hurler, thanks to Johnny Mostil’s two outstanding catches in the outfield, is also the fourth rookie to throw a no-hitter.
Charlie Robertson, in only his fourth career start, becomes the third modern pitcher to throw a perfect no-hit, no-run game when he beats the Tigers at Navin Field, 2-0. The White Sox hurler, thanks to Johnny Mostil’s two outstanding catches in the outfield, is also the fourth rookie to throw a no-hitter.
The New York Giants hit four inside-the-park home runs at Braves Field. George Kelly hits a pair and Ross Youngs and Dave Bancroft both hit one apiece as the Giants defeat the Boston Braves, 12 – 3.
The New York Giants hit four inside-the-park home runs at Braves Field. George Kelly hits a pair and Ross Youngs and Dave Bancroft both hit one apiece as the Giants defeat the Boston Braves, 12 – 3.
Ken Williams hits 6 homers in four days on way to becoming first 30-30 man
Ken Williams hits 6 homers in four days on way to becoming first 30-30 man
Ken Williams of the St. Louis Browns hits three home runs and two singles in the Browns’ 10 – 7 victory against the Chicago White Sox
At Sportsman’s Park, Ken Williams of the St. Louis Browns hits three home runs and two singles in the Browns’ 10 – 7 victory against the Chicago White Sox. Williams is the first American League player to hit three home runs in a game. Given a head start on the suspended Babe Ruth, he will take the American League home run and RBI titles and become the first 30-30 man, with 39 home runs and 37 stolen bases.
Hall of Famer Adrian “Cap” Anson dies at the age of 70
Are you interested in owning your own business but don’t know where to start? Contact Franchising Connection today for a free consultation and we will help you through your journey! On April 14, 1922, Hall of Famer Adrian “Cap” Anson dies at the age of 70. Anson batted .329 over a 22-year career and led…
At age 31 Dazzy Vance makes his Brooklyn Robins debut
At age 31, pitcher Dazzy Vance makes his Brooklyn Robins debut and loses to Phil Douglas and the New York Giants, 4 – 3. In 1915, when Vance made one start for the Pirates, it was Douglas who beat him. Since then Vance has been in the minor leagues. Despite his late start, Vance will win 197 games in a 16-season career and a place in the Hall of Fame in 1955.
