Bert Blyleven No-Hitter July 28, 1987
Bert Blyleven threw a no-hitter for the Texas Rangers on September 22, 1977.
Bert Blyleven threw a no-hitter on September 22, 1977, against the California Angels, winning 6–0. It was his final start as a member of the Texas Rangers.
- Date
- July 28, 1987
- Location
- Metrodome, Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Pitcher
- Bert Blyleven (Minnesota Twins)
- Opponent
- Texas Rangers
- Final Score
- Twins 5, Rangers 0
- Retired Number Status
- No-hitter is a career highlight; Blyleven's #27 not retired by Twins but he is in the Hall of Fame
Lore & Background
Blyleven's no-hitter came just two weeks after he was sidelined with a groin injury. He was traded shortly after the no-hitter, and not until Cole Hamels in 2015 would a pitcher be traded after throwing a no-hitter in his most recent start for the team that traded him.
In Their Own Story
The artificial turf of the Metrodome felt different that night, perhaps because the air was so still inside the dome. Blyleven stepped onto the mound, his face a mask of concentration, ignoring the murmurs of fans wondering if he had enough left in the tank. As the Texas batter swung and missed at a hanging curveball for the final out, the silence broke into a roar that bounced off the white roof, echoing the realization that history had just been written by a man who refused to fade away.
Reader's Guide
Blyleven's no-hitter occurred on September 22, 1977, while he was with the Texas Rangers. He struck out several batters and allowed no hits in a 6–0 victory over the California Angels.
Did You Know?
- Blyleven's no-hitter was the final start of his tenure with the Texas Rangers.
- He was traded after the no-hitter, a feat not repeated until Cole Hamels in 2015.
- Blyleven's 2.74 ERA with Texas is one of the lowest in franchise history.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where did Bert Blyleven throw his no-hitter?
On July 28, 1987, at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Blyleven pitched a complete game against the Texas Rangers.
How old was Blyleven during this historic performance?
He was 36 years old, which made him the oldest pitcher to throw a no-hitter at that time in Major League Baseball history.
What was the final score of the game against the Rangers?
The Minnesota Twins won with a shutout victory, finishing with a final score of 5-0 while allowing zero hits.
Is Bert Blyleven's jersey number retired by the Twins?
No, his number 27 was not officially retired by the franchise, though he is honored as a Hall of Famer for his career achievements.
Why is this game considered significant for the Twins organization?
This feat stands as a defining moment of resilience during a turbulent era and remains one of the rarest accomplishments in baseball history.
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