On Saturday, the Detroit Tigers made history by throwing a combined no-hitter against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Tigers pitchers, Spencer Turnbull and Joe Jimenez, combined for the first no-hitter in the team’s history since Justin Verlander’s in 2011. The Tigers won the game 2-0, with Turnbull throwing 6 2/3 innings and Jimenez finishing the game with 2 1/3 innings of no-hit ball.
The no-hitter was a remarkable achievement for the Tigers, who have been struggling this season. Turnbull and Jimenez were able to keep the Blue Jays off balance all game, with Turnbull striking out seven batters and Jimenez striking out two. The two pitchers worked together to keep the Blue Jays scoreless, with Turnbull allowing only one walk and Jimenez not allowing any baserunners.
The no-hitter was also a special moment for Turnbull, who was making his first start of the season after being sidelined due to injury. Turnbull was able to show that he is still a force to be reckoned with, as he was able to keep the Blue Jays hitters off balance all game.
The Tigers were also able to get some timely hitting from their offense, as they were able to score two runs in the fourth inning. The runs came on a single from Niko Goodrum and a double from Jeimer Candelario.
The no-hitter was a special moment for the Tigers, who have been struggling this season. It was also a special moment for Turnbull and Jimenez, who were able to combine for the first no-hitter in the team’s history since Justin Verlander’s in 2011. The Tigers will look to continue their winning ways as they look to make a push for the playoffs.
