The Philadelphia Phillies have been making headlines lately, and this time it’s for a good reason. On Tuesday, Michael Lorenzen threw a no-hitter against the New York Mets, becoming the first Phillies pitcher to do so since Roy Halladay in 2010. The feat was even more impressive considering that Lorenzen threw a whopping 124 pitches in the game, the most ever for a no-hitter in MLB history.
In recognition of his incredible accomplishment, the Phillies have decided to give Lorenzen eight days of rest before his next scheduled start. This is the longest period of rest that any pitcher has received following a no-hitter in MLB history.
The decision to give Lorenzen eight days of rest was made with his long-term health in mind. After all, throwing 124 pitches is an incredibly taxing endeavor for any pitcher. The Phillies want to make sure that Lorenzen is able to stay healthy and continue performing at a high level for the remainder of the season.
The Phillies have also made sure to recognize Lorenzen’s achievement in other ways. After the game, the team presented him with the game ball and a bottle of champagne. He also received a standing ovation from the fans at Citizens Bank Park.
It’s clear that the Phillies are doing everything they can to ensure that Lorenzen stays healthy and continues to perform at a high level. His eight days of rest will give him plenty of time to recover from his historic no-hitter, and hopefully he will be able to build on his success in the coming weeks.
