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Trevor Bauer Throws 7 Hitless Innings For Indians

The pitcher was pulled after seven innings of sterling work. The bullpen had to finish the no-hitter on Thursday night. They didn't.

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The Tribe almost had their first no-hitter since 1981.
The Tribe almost had their first no-hitter since 1981. (Photo from Rick Uldricks, Patch)

CLEVELAND — Indians pitcher Trevor Bauer threw seven hitless innings before being pulled on Thursday night. The Tribe banked on their bullpen finishing the no-no against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Bauer continued a magnificent start to his 2019 season, notching eight strikeouts while giving up exactly no hits through seven innings against Toronto. Even though Bauer was working on a no-hitter, Tribe manager Terry Francona made the decision to yank his starter. Some fans at Progressive Field booed Francona's decision.

The move ultimately cost the Indians the no-hitter and the shutout. Reliever Brad Hand coughed up three hits in the top of the ninth, one of which led to a run.

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The final score of the game was 4-1.

The Cleveland Indians have not had a no-hitter since 1981, according to ESPN.

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