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Source: Fox News
Summary
Houston Astros pitcher Alimber Santa made his Major League debut in a 9-0 win over the Texas Rangers, closing out a combined no-hitter along with Tatsuya Imai and Steven Okert. Santa became the first pitcher since 1900 to participate in a no-hitter during his big-league debut. The Astros’ combined no-hitter was their 17th regular-season no-hitter, and the team has 18 total no-hitters, including postseason games.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Santa’s debut was a high-pressure situation, but he calmed down and threw two perfect innings. He ended the game with a strikeout, completing the no-hitter. The result wasn’t surprising by the end.
Santa was aware of the no-hitter, but he tried to focus on his own performance. Manager Joe Espada was proud of Santa, saying it was a big night for him and his family. The Astros have a knack for no-hitters, with 17 regular-season no-hitters and 18 total no-hitters.
This one felt recognizable early, with Imai walking three of the first batters he faced but settling down to escape the jam. The combined no-hitter was the Astros’ 17th regular-season no-hitter, and they have 18 total no-hitters, including postseason games.
The original observation is: The Astros have mastered the art of the no-hitter, and their fans know exactly what to expect.
Author: Evan Null
