July 2, 2013

Bailey in the Ninth

Homer Bailey comes out for the ninth, going for his second no-hitter, having thrown the last one in the majors on 9/28/2012. The Reds starter will face Brandon Crawford, a pinch hitter for the pitcher, and Gregor Blanco, who is the only Giants hitter to reach base, via the walk.

Update: Crawford falls behind 0-2. He bounces back to the box, Bailey leaping to get the ball. One out.

Update: Tony Abreu pinch hits. He falls behind 1-2. Abreu then swings and misses on a 2-2 count for the second out.

Update: Gregor Blanco falls behind 0-2. He hits a 1-2 pitch to third for a ground out, and Bailey throws the second no-hitter of his career! The Reds win 3-0. An outstanding outing all around for Bailey,.

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