Summary
Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell made history by becoming the first MLB pitcher to achieve certain statistical milestones during a dominant postseason game. He threw a remarkable game against the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Championship Series, allowing only one hit and recording 10 strikeouts. This performance set a new record and matched a historical feat from 1956.
Key Facts
- Blake Snell is a starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
- In a game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Snell pitched eight innings with only one hit and no walks.
- He achieved 10 strikeouts and allowed no runs during this game.
- Snell used his changeup effectively, throwing it 37% of the time.
- He became the first pitcher in MLB history with a 5-0 or better record, sub-1.00 ERA, 50-plus strikeouts, and 15 or fewer hits allowed over six starts.
- Snell faced 24 batters in eight innings, a feat last matched by Don Larsen in 1956 when Larsen pitched a perfect game.
- Snell threw 69 of 103 pitches in the strike zone, resulting in 22 swings and misses.
