Juan Marichal Five No-Hitters
Juan Marichal threw one no-hitter in his MLB career.
Juan Marichal pitched a no-hitter in June 1963. He also had three one-hitters—though none in his major league debut (he allowed 6 hits in that game)—and five two-hitters.
Quick Facts
- Character
- Juan Marichal
- Affiliation
- San Francisco Giants (1960–1973)
- Achievement
- One No-Hitter thrown as a Giant (June 15, 1963)
- Status
- Retired Legend; Hall of Famer
- Notable record
- One of the greatest pitchers in Giants franchise history
Lore & Background
Marichal's no-hitter came in June 1963. Two weeks later, he outdueled Warren Spahn for a 1–0 victory in 16 innings.
Reader's Guide
Marichal threw exactly one no-hitter in his MLB career, not five. The claim that no MLB pitcher has thrown five no-hitters is false; Nolan Ryan threw seven no-hitters.
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