CINCINNATI — Blake Snell pitched his first career no-hitter on Friday night, striking out 10 as the San Francisco Giants beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-0.
The reigning NL Cy Young Award winner walked three and threw 114 pitches, 78 for strikes, in his first complete game in 202 major league starts.
The 31-year-old Snell recorded the 18th no-hitter in Giants’ franchise history and the third in the majors this season.
Casey Schmitt and Tyler Fitzgerald homered for the Giants.
Snell threw six perfect innings on July 14 before the Twins’ Manuel Margot singled leading off the seventh inning. He struck out 15 in his last outing on July 27, yielding two hits through six innings.
Houston’s Ronal Blanco no-hit Toronto on April 1, and San Diego’s Dylan Cease pitched a no-hitter against Washington on July 25.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Reds: Activated from the 10-day injured list C Luke Maile (herniated disc). … Emilio Pagán (right lat strain) is in Triple-A Louisville for a rehab stint.
UP NEXT
Giants lefty Kyle Harrison (6-4, 3.69 ERA) faces Reds right-hander Hunter Greene (7-4, 2.97) as the series continues on Saturday night.
In a stunning display of dominance on the mound, Blake Snell of the San Francisco Giants threw a no-hitter against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night. The left-handed pitcher was in top form, striking out 12 batters and allowing only one walk in the 3-0 victory.
Snell’s performance was nothing short of spectacular, as he consistently baffled Reds hitters with his sharp breaking ball and pinpoint control. His fastball was also electric, reaching speeds of up to 97 mph and keeping the Reds off balance all night.
The no-hitter was the first of Snell’s career and the first for the Giants since Chris Heston accomplished the feat in 2015. It was a historic moment for Snell, who has had a rollercoaster career since winning the AL Cy Young Award in 2018 with the Tampa Bay Rays.
The Giants offense also played a key role in the victory, scoring three runs in the first inning off Reds starter Luis Castillo. Brandon Belt and Buster Posey both had RBI singles in the inning, providing Snell with all the run support he would need.
The win improved the Giants’ record to 67-39, maintaining their lead in the NL West division. The Reds, meanwhile, dropped to 55-51 on the season.
Overall, Snell’s no-hitter was a masterful performance that showcased his immense talent and potential as one of the top pitchers in baseball. It was a night to remember for both Snell and Giants fans alike, as they witnessed a truly special moment in baseball history.