Dodgers Near Miss: Two No-Hit Bids Fall Short in Dramatic Finale

The Los Angeles Dodgers have experienced a rare and dramatic occurrence in Major League Baseball by narrowly missing two no-hitters within just three days. These near misses have captivated fans and left baseball analysts pondering what could have been.

In their recent matchup against the Colorado Rockies, the Dodgers secured a 3-1 victory at Dodger Stadium while putting together a combined no-hitter. Starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow delivered a stellar performance, hurling seven no-hit innings. He struck out 11 batters and issued two walks during a remarkable outing.

Despite his no-hit status, Glasnow encountered challenges. He permitted a run in the second inning, primarily due to his walks. After walking Rockies’ left fielder Jordan Beck, Glasnow watched as Beck stole second base. Following a flyout, Beck advanced to third and ultimately crossed home plate on a sacrifice fly.

In the eighth inning, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts opted for Blake Treinen, who maintained the no-hit bid with a flawless inning that included a strikeout. However, as the ninth inning approached, the Dodgers turned to closer Tanner Scott with hopes of completing the combined no-hitter. Unfortunately, Scott’s effort fell short when he allowed the first hit of the evening to Ryan Ritter, the Rockies’ second baseman, who belted a double just beyond the grasp of left fielder Alex Call.

Scott quickly recovered, retiring the next three Rockies batters to seal the win for the Dodgers, albeit without the coveted no-hitter. Fans celebrated the victory but lamented the lost opportunity for a historic achievement, as Major League Baseball continues its search for the first no-hitter of the 2025 season.

Just days before, on Saturday against the Baltimore Orioles, the Dodgers faced a similar fate. In that game, starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto was dominant, hurling 8 ⅔ innings of no-hit baseball while striking out 10 hitters. With the line score favoring the Dodgers 3-0, the possibility of securing a no-hitter loomed large.

However, in a twist of fate, the Orioles’ second baseman Jackson Holliday smashed a solo home run, erasing Yamamoto’s chance for a no-hitter and narrowing the Dodgers’ lead to 3-1. Following this pivotal moment, Yamamoto exited the game, and Roberts turned to Treinen for the final out.

The tension escalated when Treinen allowed a double to Orioles right fielder Jeremiah Jackson, which placed shortstop Gunnar Henderson at the plate as the potential tying run. Treinen hit Henderson with a pitch, setting the stage for a dramatic finish with runners at first and second, all while first baseman Ryan Mountcastle was due up.

In a moment of misfortune, Treinen’s wild pitch advanced both Jackson and Henderson into scoring positions, while Mountcastle’s walk further congested the bases. The inning culminated when center fielder Colton Cowser stepped to the plate and caused further turmoil by drawing a walk that forced in a run, making the score 3-2.

Finally, with the pressure mounting, Roberts brought in Tanner Scott again in a desperate attempt to salvage the fading game. However, in what can only be described as a baseball miracle, Orioles third baseman Emmanuel Rivera hit a single deep into center field, scoring two runs and completing a stunning comeback, snatching victory from the jaws of defeat and simultaneously denying the no-hitter.

Despite the Dodgers’ success on Monday, the sting of two missed no-hit opportunities weighs heavily on their season. As they stand at an 80-64 record, the team prepares to face the Rockies again in the second game of their three-game series.

Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as the Dodgers and Rockies meet once more, scheduled for Tuesday at 10:10 p.m. ET. The anticipation for a no-hitter remains high, and baseball enthusiasts hope the 2025 season will soon witness this elusive achievement.

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