All articles tagged with #perfect game
Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered a masterful complete game in the World Series, showcasing exceptional control, variety, and composure to lead the Dodgers to a 5-1 victory over the Blue Jays, tying the series at 1-1 and cementing his place in postseason history.
On September 9, 1965, Sandy Koufax pitched a perfect game for the Los Angeles Dodgers, a rare feat in baseball history, which remains celebrated 60 years later for its exceptional skill and significance in the sport.
Yankees rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler's attempt at a perfect game was halted in the seventh inning after he had thrown six perfect innings, ending his bid with a single and a few walks, but he still delivered his best outing with 8 strikeouts over 6 ²/₃ innings.
Baltimore rookie Brandon Young nearly pitched the first perfect game in Orioles history, retiring 23 batters consecutively before losing the bid on a slow grounder in the eighth inning, contributing to a 7-0 victory over the Houston Astros.
Baltimore Orioles rookie pitcher Brandon Young nearly pitched a perfect game but lost it with four outs remaining, leading to a 7-0 victory over the Houston Astros, who struggled offensively and saw their AL West lead shrink.
Milwaukee Brewers rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski made history by starting his MLB career with 11 hitless innings, the first since 1900 to do so, and nearly pitched a perfect game in his second start, showcasing his potential as a rising star in baseball.
Paul Skenes' fifth MLB start against Shohei Ohtani was a spectacle, with Skenes striking out Ohtani on three consecutive 100 mph pitches before Ohtani hit a 100.1 mph fastball for a home run. The Pirates won 10-6. Meanwhile, the Padres are interested in trading for White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet, and three perfect game bids in the AL were broken up. The Cubs are also considering options for Christopher Morel due to his defensive struggles.
Dallas Keuchel of the Minnesota Twins carried a perfect game into the seventh inning before allowing a double to Bryan Reynolds of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Edouard Julien drove in two runs for the Twins in their 2-0 win. Keuchel, a 35-year-old left-hander, was making his third start of the season and was pulled after allowing the hit on his 85th pitch. The Pirates have lost eight of their last 12 games.
Chinese Taipei's Fan Chen-Jun, a 12-year-old phenom, stole the show at the Little League World Series by throwing 3 2/3 innings and striking out nine of the 11 batters he faced, while allowing just two balls in play. His fastball reached 80 mph and his slider hit at least 70 mph. Chen-Jun also hit a two-run homer and helped lead his team to a combined perfect game, with a total of 14 strikeouts against Canada. This was the first perfect game in the LLWS since 2017 and Chinese Taipei holds the record with 17 championships.
A baseball writer reflects on the conflicting emotions she experienced while witnessing Domingo Germán pitch a perfect game, considering his history of domestic violence. The writer, who is a survivor of harassment and abuse, grapples with the discomfort of seeing Germán's success overshadow his past actions and the lack of accountability in the press conference. The perfect game serves as a painful reminder of her own experiences, leaving her feeling exhausted and unable to fully celebrate the milestone moment.
Alexandra Irving, an official scorer for MLB games, has become the first woman in league history to score a perfect game. Irving marked the final out of Domingo German's perfect game against the Oakland Athletics, and her physical scorecard will be displayed in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Irving, who began scoring games as a teenager, has been working as an official scorer for the past seven seasons and hopes to inspire more women to pursue the role.
New York Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán threw the first perfect game in Major League Baseball (MLB) since 2012, retiring all 27 Oakland A's batters he faced in order. Germán's perfect game is the 24th in MLB history and the fourth for the Yankees. Despite entering the game with a high ERA, Germán struck out nine batters and needed only 99 pitches to secure the 11-0 victory. He dedicated the game to his recently deceased uncle. This also marks the first no-hitter of the 2023 season and the first time the A's have been on the receiving end of a perfect game since 1904.
New York Yankees' bullpen catcher Rainiero Coa played a crucial role in Domingo Germán's perfect game by providing support and helping him stay warm during a long inning. Coa, who has a longstanding relationship with Germán, helped him cope with the recent loss of his uncle and encouraged him to stay focused. When Germán decided to throw in the bullpen during a lengthy offensive inning, Coa was there to catch for him, allowing Germán to stay hot and ultimately achieve perfection. Coa considers Germán's accomplishment as his own and feels excited to have played a part in it.
New York Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán came close to throwing a perfect game against the Oakland Athletics, with center fielder Harrison Bader and third baseman Josh Donaldson making the final two outs. Bader, who had missed a crucial catch in a previous no-hitter bid, was determined to make every play, while Donaldson reflected on his experience as a rookie during a previous perfect game. The Yankees celebrated the historic achievement, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of the game.
Ryan Ruocco, the YES Network play-by-play broadcaster, reflects on his epic call of Domingo Germán's perfect game for the New York Yankees. Ruocco describes his approach to the final at-bat and the importance of capturing the historical context. He also discusses the superstitions and tense moments in the booth as the possibility of a perfect game unfolded. The broadcast team, including Jeff Nelson and Meredith Marakovits, celebrated the historic moment and expressed pride in their work.