The last time a New York Yankee pitcher threw a no-hitter on the road was July 12, 1951. I was still an embryonic human being four months from birth. Last night, Corey Kluber came one walked batter from a perfect game as he pitched the no-no against the Texas Rangers in Arlington.
The buzz of the possibility started in the 6th inning and I hung out past my normal bedtime to witness history. Many pitchers in the Hall of Fame never pitched a no-hitter. To do so requires nine innings of near perfect pitching and an opposing team's failure to capitalize on the inevitable mistakes made by the pitcher. There were a few good plays made by Yankee fielders behind Kluber, but for the most part, he baffled the Rangers' batters with a wicked slider and an accurate changeup.
Sure, there are many problems in the world today probably more pressing than a baseball no-hitter. However, as a lifelong Yankee fan, I am indulging myself. Go Yankees!!!
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