Blue Jays' minor league affiliate scores 8 runs without a hit
Key Points:
- The New Hampshire Fisher Cats, Double-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, scored 10 runs in a single inning without recording a hit, a feat not seen in the major league expansion era.
- In the second inning against the Portland Sea Dogs, New Hampshire scored eight runs before their first hit, benefiting from eight walks, two hit batsmen, four wild pitches, and a sacrifice fly.
- Portland pitchers struggled significantly, issuing numerous free passes and wild pitches, leading to a historic inning despite the cold and snowy conditions.
- The Fisher Cats ultimately won the game 12-7, with the unusual scoring sequence drawing surprise from Sea Dogs officials and fans alike.