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2016 – Jake Arrieta throws the first no-hitter of the year in the major leagues as the Cubs defeat the Reds, 16 – 0. It is the highest-scoring no-hitter since Pud Galvin won one by a score of 18 – 0 back on August 4, 1884. Kris Bryant homers twice, including a grand slam, to lead the offence. For Arrieta, who is now 4-0, 0.87 in four starts this year, it is his second career no-hitter.

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2016 – Jake Arrieta throws the first no-hitter of the year in the major leagues as the Cubs defeat the Reds, 16 – 0. It is the highest-scoring no-hitter since Pud Galvin won one by a score of 18 – 0 back on August 4, 1884. Kris Bryant homers twice, including a grand slam, to lead the offence. For Arrieta, who is now 4-0, 0.87 in four starts this year, it is his second career no-hitter.

Cincinnati Reds hurler Ewell “The Whip” Blackwell comes within two outs of pitching his second straight no-hitter

Cincinnati Reds hurler Ewell “The Whip” Blackwell comes within two outs of pitching his second straight no-hitter

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On June 22, 1947 At Crosley Field Ewell Blackwell just misses pitching back-to-back no-hitters when Eddie Stanky of the Brooklyn Dodgers singles with one out in the 9th inning. Blackwell then gets Al Gionfriddobefore Jackie Robinson bangs out a second single. Blackwell wins, 4 – 0, his ninth straight win, to improve to 11-2. Stanky’s…

Johnny Vander Meer, plagued with control problems, is optioned by the Reds to Indianapolis. Vandy was ineffective in the Reds’ pennant drive last year and was knocked out in his only two starts this year.

Johnny Vander Meer, plagued with control problems, is optioned by the Reds to Indianapolis. Vandy was ineffective in the Reds’ pennant drive last year and was knocked out in his only two starts this year.

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Johnny Vander Meer, plagued with control problems, is optioned by the Reds to Indianapolis. Vandy was ineffective in the Reds’ pennant drive last year and was knocked out in his only two starts this year.

1938 MLB All Star Game
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1938 MLB All Star Game

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The National League wins the sixth All-Star Game, 4 – 1, with the aid of fine pitching and four American League errors. Starter Johnny Vander Meer gets the win. Yankeeshurler Lefty Gomez is defeated for the first time in four All-Star starts. National League shortstop Leo Durocher becomes the first Dodger to start in an All-Star Game and gets a ‘bunt’ home run.

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Johnny Vander Meer continues his hitless innings streak

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Johnny Vander Meer continues his hitless innings streak

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Interested in exploring FRANCHISING? We will help you through your journey visit us @ www.franchisingconnection.com On June 19, 1938, Cincinnati Reds pitcher Johnny Vander Meer ends his hitless innings streak at 21 2/3 against the Boston Bees. Vander Meer, coming off two straight no-hitters, he sees the streak come to an end when he gives up…

Johnny Vander Meer pitches second consecutive no hitter

Johnny Vander Meer pitches second consecutive no hitter

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On June 15, 1938, The first night game was played At Ebbets Field in front of 38,748 fans including Babe Ruth. Johnny Vander Meer was the starting pitcher for the visiting Cincinnati Reds. He was coming off a 3-0 No hitter vs the Boston Bees on June 11th. Vander Meer walks eight, including three one-out…