Sunday, June 3, 2018

Bud Smith - No-hit game

Sep 3, 2001 San Diego, Ca

Bud Smith had a short major league career, finishing with a 7-8 record over 2 years (2001-2002) with the St Louis Cardinals. Smith pitched in a total of 27 games, with 24 starts.

In 2001, Smith became the 18th rookie to pitch a no-hit game, defeating the Padres 4-0. Smith gave up 4 walks, and threw 134 pitches. Smith finished 4th in voting for Rookie of the Year after a 6-3 season and an 3.83 ERA

The Cardinals received help from Albert Pujols, who homered in the 1st inning to give Smith a 2-0 start. Placid Palanco also picked up an RBI. The Padres had 1 error in the game.

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