Reds’ Vander Meer tosses back-to-back no-nos, 82 years ago today

Johnny Vander Meer became the first pitcher to throw no-hitters in back-to-back starts, 82 years ago today.

Vander Meer’s first no-hitter was on Saturday, June 11, 1938, as he led the Cincinnati Reds to a 3-0 no-hit victory at Crosley Field over the Boston Bees (Braves).

His second, 82 years ago today, came in the first night game at Ebbets Field. On Wednesday, June 15, 1938, he no-hit the Brooklyn Dodgers for a 6-0 win.