Bowden Francis Achieves No-Hitter Through 7 Innings Against Mets
Bowden Francis Dazzles on the Mound
TORONTO (AP) — Blue Jays right-hander Bowden Francis has not allowed a hit through seven innings against the New York Mets on Wednesday, with Toronto leading 1-0. Francis has walked one, struck out one, and hit two batters, throwing 102 pitches with 60 strikes.
Notable Defensive Plays
- Dave Stieb pitched the only no-hitter in Blue Jays history.
- Harrison Bader opened the sixth inning with a drive to deep left field, but Toronto's Davis Schneider made a great catch at the wall.
- Francisco Lindor lined out to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at first base.
- Guerrero also caught a soft liner from Jose Iglesias in the fourth inning.
Francis's Recent Performance
Francis took a no-hitter into the ninth inning against the Angels on August 24 before outfielder Taylor Ward homered to start the final frame. He was named AL Pitcher of the Month for August, boasting a record of 4-1 and a 1.05 ERA.
Current MLB No-Hitters
There have been four no-hitters this season so far, including a combined no-hitter by the Chicago Cubs against Pittsburgh last Wednesday.
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