Astros' Alimber Santa becomes first pitcher since 1900 to participate in a no-hitter during his MLB debut
Alimber Santa made history by becoming the first pitcher since 1900 to participate in a no-hitter during his Major League Baseball debut. The 23-year-old threw two perfect innings, contributing to the Houston Astros' combined no-hitter against the Texas Rangers. Manager Joe Espada expressed pride in Santa's performance, highlighting its significance for both the player and the organization.
- ▪Alimber Santa debuted for the Houston Astros during a game against the Texas Rangers.
- ▪He threw two perfect innings and struck out Brandon Nimmo for his first career strikeout.
- ▪Santa is the first pitcher since 1900 to participate in a no-hitter during his MLB debut.
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Houston Astros Astros' Alimber Santa becomes first pitcher since 1900 to participate in a no-hitter during his MLB debut The 23-year-old threw two perfect innings in his first big league appearance By Ryan Canfield Fox News Published May 26, 2026 10:44am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top sports headlines for May 26 Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Making your Major League debut is nerve-racking enough, but doing so while trying to preserve a no-hitter is a different kind of pressure.
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