Dylan Cease

Dylan Cease Makes History with No-Hitter in Padres' 3-0 Victory!

San Diego Padres' Dylan Cease throws the second no-hitter in franchise history as he leads his team to a 3-0 victory over the Washington Nationals!

Dylan Cease has done it again! The San Diego Padres' ace pitched the second no-hitter in the franchise's history, leading the team to a triumphant 3-0 victory over the Washington Nationals. With this win, the Padres also completed a dominant three-game sweep. As the ninth inning began, the excitement was palpable at Nationals Park – Cease had yet to allow a hit and had thrown just 103 pitches, giving him a realistic shot at achieving the remarkable feat.

Cease's performance was nothing short of stellar. He had been in this situation before – carrying a no-hitter into the ninth inning is not uncharted territory for him. This time, however, he managed to see it through to the end, much to the joy of Padres fans everywhere. It took Cease 114 pitches to get the job done, but his precision and control were evident as he mowed down the Nationals' lineup. This achievement marks only the second no-hitter in the Padres' history, making it a significant milestone.

Interestingly, Cease shares a special connection with the player who had previously thwarted one of his no-hit bids. A few seasons ago, Cease was close to achieving a no-hitter, only for it to be broken up in the ninth inning. The player responsible for that hit was none other than... drum roll... a current teammate! The irony and eventual camaraderie make this story all the richer, showcasing the unpredictable and heartwarming nature of baseball.

In addition to his recent no-hitter, Cease has been on a phenomenal run. His last three starts have been among the best stretches of his career, showcasing his elite pitching abilities. Whether he's aiming for the strike zone with blistering fastballs or confounding hitters with his mix of breaking balls, Cease seems to be in the form of his life. This no-hitter serves as a culmination of his recent top-notch performances.

Did you know that the only other no-hitter in Padres' history was thrown by Joe Musgrove on April 9, 2021, against the Texas Rangers? Musgrove’s historic no-no broke the franchise's 52-year drought without a no-hitter! Also, Dylan Cease joins the elite company of pitchers with multiple no-hit bids going into the ninth inning, a testament to his enduring excellence.

Notably, Cease’s no-hitter is the second one recorded in the 2024 MLB season. His extraordinary prowess and relentless drive to achieve greatness continue to solidify his reputation as one of the league's top pitchers. Padres fans are certainly in for more thrilling performances as Cease continues to climb the ranks of MLB superstardom!