July 27, 1885: Chicago’s John Clarkson pitches a no-hitter vs. Providence
Hall of Famer John Clarkson’s only major-league no-hitter came on July 27, 1885, for the National League’s Chicago White Stockings against the Providence Grays in Providence, Rhode Island. Providence’s starting pitcher was fellow Hall of Famer Charles “Old Hoss” Radbourn. The White Stockings entered the game in first place with a 48-14 record and victories […]