Ubaldo Jimenez throws the first no hitter in Colorado Rockies history
Righty starting pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez threw the first no hitter in team history on Saturday at Turner Field against the Atlanta Braves. Jimenez was conveniently wild as he walked 6 batters while whiffing 7 in this game. He threw 129 pitches against the Braves with 72 of them being strikes. Jimenez improved to 3-0 on the season with a 1.29 ERA and a 1.19 WHIP. He just has nasty stuff. Carlos Gonzalez was the offensive star for the Rockies in this game as he was 2 for 5 with 2 doubles, 1 run scored and 2 RBIs. Brad Hawpe also had a nice game at the plate as he was 3 for 4 with 1 run scored.
What a feat, this was the first time in history. He now has an autograph signing in a couple weeks for a “No-Hitter” inscribed baseball.
That will be cool Mike. I have always liked Jimenez and I think he could challenge for a Cy Young Award someday if he tightens up his control a bit. He’s such a fun pitcher to watch.