In 2021, the Chicago Cubs throw the first combined no-hitter in franchise history beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-0. It was the seventh no-hitter of the season.
The Cubs mob closer Craig Kimbrel after he recorded the final out in a combined no-hitter against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night at Dodger Stadium. The Cubs won 4-0. It was the 17th no-hitter in Cubs history and seventh in major-league baseball this season.1910 — James Braid wins his fifth British Open with a four-stroke victory over Sandy Herd.
1958 — Brazil, led by 17-year-old Pele, beats France 5-2 in a semifinal of the World Cup. With Brazil up 2-1 in the second half, Pele scores three consecutive goals. 1990 — Criminal Type becomes the first horse to win consecutive $1 million races after capturing the Hollywood Gold Cup. He had previously won the $1 million Pimlico Special on May 12.1992 — NBA Draft: LSU center Shaquille O’Neal first pick by Orlando Magic.
2004 — NBA Draft: Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy power forward Dwight Howard first pick by Orlando Magic.
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