Bowden Francis almost made history but just missed a no-hitter in the 9th inning! ⚾💔 Check out how this Blue Jays pitcher dazzled during his game against the Angels!
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Bowden Francis electrified fans at Rogers Centre with a remarkable performance, carrying a no-hit bid into the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Angels. With strikes raining from his arm, Francis demonstrated precise control and an arsenal of pitches that kept the Angels' batters guessing. Striking out a staggering twelve hitters during the game, he looked as though he was on the brink of entering the history books—something that hasn’t happened for the Jays since Dave Stieb nailed a no-hitter back on September 2, 1990.
As the game progressed, excitement built around the prospect of Francis joining Stieb, but the tension reached new heights in the ninth. With just three outs left before he would claim the coveted no-hitter, everything fell apart with the very first pitch of the inning. Taylor Ward of the Angels broke the spell with a lead-off home run, stunning the crowd and sending a collective gasp throughout the stadium. Although Francis fell just short of this historic feat, his performance was nothing short of spectacular.
Despite relinquishing the no-hitter, Francis still led the Jays to a 3-1 victory, showcasing the resilience and talent that he has developed as he makes a name for himself in Major League Baseball. Fans left the game buzzing, not only about his near-miss but also about what this performance might mean for his future. If his last outing is any indication, Francis could quickly evolve into one of the league's dominant pitchers.
As the Blue Jays continue to chase postseason success, Bowden's valiant effort against the Angels serves as a highlight in what many hope to be an exciting end to the season. While he may have missed out on a no-hitter, the spotlight is undoubtedly on Francis and his future performances. The Blue Jays and their fans can only hope this marks the start of an era with more electrifying nights ahead on the diamond!
Did you know that achieving a no-hitter is one of the rarest feats in baseball? Out of the thousands of games played each season, only about 300 no-hitters have been thrown in MLB history! Moreover, the last time a Blue Jay pitcher accomplished this was 33 years ago, making Bowden Francis's attempt all the more thrilling for fans and players alike. Could the next no-hitter be just around the corner? Stay tuned!
TORONTO (AP) — Bowden Francis struck out a career-high 12 in a dominant performance for the Toronto Blue Jays, carrying a no-hitter into the ninth inning of ...
Bowden Francis lost his bid for the second no-hitter in Blue Jays history when Taylor Ward hit a leadoff homer for the Los Angeles Angels in the ninth ...
TORONTO -- It looked like Dave Stieb would finally have some company. Bowden Francis was on the verge of history, within three outs of becoming just the ...
The reigning American League Player of the Week was untouchable through eight innings as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Los Angeles Angels by a score of 3-1 on ...
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Bowden Francis has pitched seven no-hit innings against the Los Angeles Angels.
TORONTO (AP) — Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Bowden Francis has pitched six no-hit innings against the Los Angeles Angels. Francis has walked two and hit a ...
Dave Stieb demeure le seul artilleur chez les Blue Jays à avoir réalisé pareil tour de force, le 2 septembre 1990 à Cleveland. Vladimir Guerrero Jr a connu une ...
Francis n'avait permis à aucun coureur d'atteindre les sentiers après 116 lancers, jusqu'à ce qu'il concède un circuit au premier frappeur de la neuvième manche ...
Le lanceur des Blue Jays a lancé huit manches sans donner le moindre coup sûr ou le moindre point aux Angels, qui sont de passage à Toronto au cours de la fin ...
Bowden Francis struck out a career-high 12 in a dominant performance for the Toronto Blue Jays, carrying a no-hitter into the ninth inning of a 3-1 victory ...
Too bad the Jays can't play the L.A. Angels more often. They swept the Halos in Anaheim in a three-game series and are poised for another.
TORONTO (AP) — Bowden Francis lost his bid for the second no-hitter in Blue Jays history when Taylor Ward hit a leadoff homer for the Los Angeles Angels in ...
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Bowden Francis has pitched seven no-hit innings against the Los Angeles Angels. Francis has walked three and hit a batter ...
Francis n'avait permis à aucun coureur d'atteindre les sentiers après 116 lancers, jusqu'à ce qu'il concède un circuit au premier frappeur de la neuvième manche ...
TORONTO (AP) — Bowden Francis lost his bid for the second no-hitter in Blue Jays history when Taylor Ward hit a leadoff homer for the Los Angeles Angels in ...
TORONTO — Quand Bowden Francis a enfourché son vélo électrique pour le trajet de 4 km de chez lui au Rogers Centre, il espérait le genre de sortie qu'il a ...
Too bad the Jays can't play the L.A. Angels more often. They swept the Halos in Anaheim in a three-game series and are poised for another.
TORONTO (AP) — Bowden Francis lost his bid for the second no-hitter in Blue Jays history when Taylor Ward hit a leadoff homer for the Los Angeles Angels in ...
TORONTO (AP) — Bowden Francis struck out a career-high 12 in a dominant performance for the Toronto Blue Jays, carrying a no-hitter into the ninth inning of ...
Bowden Francis struck out a career-high 12 in a dominant performance for the Toronto Blue Jays, carrying a no-hitter into the ninth inning of a 3-1 victory ...
The pitcher set a career-best 12 strikeouts but lost his bid for a no-hitter when Taylor Ward led off the ninth inning with a solo home run.
Le lanceur partant des Blue Jays, Bowden Francis, lance en première manche contre les Angels au Rogers Centre à Toronto, le samedi 24 août 2024.
Taylor Ward a été le seul joueur des Angels à frapper un coup sûr contre Francis, samedi.
Le lanceur des Blue Jays Bowden Francis lance la balle lors de son départ contre les Angels de Los Angeles à Toronto, le samedi 24 août 2024.
Toronto right-hander Bowden Francis took a no-hitter into the ninth inning Saturday afternoon as the Blue Jays defeated the visiting Los Angeles Angels 3-1.
TORONTO (AP) — After Taylor Ward offered a critical take on Toronto right-hander Bowden Francis' latest strong start, fellow Blue Jays starter Chris Bassitt ...