The Colorado Rockies made history on Monday night when they combined for a no-hit bid through eight innings against the San Francisco Giants. It was the first time in franchise history that the Rockies had gone that deep into a game without allowing a hit.
The no-hitter was a team effort, with four pitchers combining to keep the Giants hitless. Starting pitcher German Marquez threw five innings of no-hit ball, followed by two scoreless innings from reliever Jairo Diaz. Then, relievers Scott Oberg and Wade Davis each threw a scoreless inning to complete the no-hitter through eight innings.
The Rockies were unable to complete the no-hitter, as the Giants’ Pablo Sandoval broke up the bid with a single in the top of the ninth inning. However, it was still an impressive feat for the Rockies, who have never thrown a no-hitter in their 25-year history.
The Rockies’ combined no-hitter bid was also notable for its efficiency. The four pitchers combined to throw just 97 pitches in the eight innings, an average of just over 12 pitches per inning. This is remarkable considering that the average number of pitches thrown in a nine-inning game is around 100.
The Rockies’ combined no-hitter bid was a remarkable achievement, and one that will be remembered for years to come. It was a testament to the team’s pitching depth and efficiency, and a reminder of just how special a no-hitter can be.
