May 12 in Chicago Cubs History: Toothpick Sam Jones of the Chicago Cubs becomes the first black pitcher in major league history to throw a no-hitter (1955)

On May 12, 1955 — Toothpick Sam Jones of the Chicago Cubs becomes the first black pitcher in major league history to throw a no-hitter and he does it in the hardest way. In the 9th inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates , Jones walks the bases full and then strikes out Dick Groat, Roberto Clemente an

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