Ginn’s No-Hitter Bid Ends in Ninth; Angels Triumph
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Anaheim, Calif. — Athletics starter J.T. Ginn carried a no-hit bid into the ninth inning Monday night before Adam Frazier opened the ninth with a leadoff single and Zach Neto followed with a two-run homer, giving the Los Angeles Angels a 2-1 victory. Ginn recorded ten strikeouts and threw approximately 105 pitches during the game.
The Angels’ rally snapped a multi-game losing streak and capped a late comeback after Lawrence Butler’s pinch-hit RBI had briefly put Oakland ahead in the ninth; the game ended Monday with Ginn credited with a loss despite his career-high strikeout total, and the teams will proceed to their next scheduled matchups this week.
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Timeline
- 1. 2024: J.T. Ginn makes his major league debut and begins accumulating starts.
- 2. Early May 2026: Ginn reaches roughly 30–31 career starts entering the game.
- 3. Monday night, May 2026: Ginn pitches hitless into the ninth against the Angels, recording ten strikeouts.
- 4. Ninth inning: Adam Frazier singles, ending the no-hit bid; Zach Neto hits a two-run homer.
- 5. Final: Angels win 2-1; Ginn charged with the loss despite dominant performance.
Why it matters
This game shows the unpredictability of baseball, even for seasoned fans. Ginn's performance was stellar, yet it wasn't enough to secure a win. It's a reminder to appreciate the skill and effort players put in, regardless of the final score.
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