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The Detroit Tigers throw their 9th no-hitter in team history

Roger Castillo
Roger Castillo

Motor City Bengals

Jul 8, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers celebrate after defeating the Toronto Blue Jays / Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

The Detroit Tigers tossed the first combined no-hitter in franchise history

On a day when it seemed the Detroit Tigers would not play baseball at Comerica Park, the weather cooperated. After a delay, the game started at 2:20 p.m., but it was worth the wait.

Matt Manning, Jason Foley, and Alex Lange combined for the Detroit Tigers' first-ever combined no-hitter, marking the ninth no-no in team history, as they secured a 2-0 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. Despite Toronto boasting the fourth-best offense in the American League and having defeated the Tigers 12-2 the previous night, the trio of Tigers pitchers silenced them.

For Tigers manager A.J. Hinch, who was booed after Manning pitched 6 2/3 innings of no-hit baseball, it made sense to make the move.

Manning was not even aware he had a no-hitter going until pitching coach Chris Fetter told him after he departed the game.

"He was laboring a ton. His stuff was getting worse. I almost took him out after the fifth. I almost took him out after the sixth. I sent him out for the seventh. As soon as the runner got on, the responsibility shifts to the game."

Cavan Biggio reached on a walk before Foley came in and got notorious Tigers' killer Whit Merrifeld to fly out to center.

Total team effort

Kerry Carpenter and Riley Greene also both played a huge role in the team's no-hitter. Carpenter showed off the glove early in the game and drove in Greene with a triple.

Riley Greene showed no rust in his first day back off the IL by going 2-for-2 with a pair of walks. He showcased his full recovery by scoring from first base on a Spencer Torkelson double to center, affirming that his foot was in excellent condition.

In an unexpected turn of events, the Detroit Tigers, in front of a crowd of 30,000 fans who patiently endured a rain delay and a Riley Greene bobblehead giveaway, created an unforgettable moment just before the All-Star break. It became one of the most cherished memories that will be remembered by all.

Roger Castillo

Roger Castillo

Rogelio Castillo is an accomplished contributor to various baseball sites, including Woodward Sports, Motor City Bengals, Call to the Pen, and other Fansided platforms. He has been writing and podcasting about the Detroit Tigers and their prospects since 2011, and his expertise in the field has earned him membership in the BBWAA. Besides his passion for baseball, Rogelio is a proud alumnus of the University of Michigan-Dearborn. When he's not immersed in the world of sports, he enjoys exploring science fiction, participating in trivia competitions, and reading books.