Sanchez recovered to strikeout Stephen Drew, stranding three runners and celebrating the moment in style:
His biggest punch-out came during the bottom of the sixth the starter had walked the bases loaded, including consecutive two-out free passes. The game nearly lasted four hours despite the lack of offense, and produced many moments worthy of a GIF.Īnibal Sanchez tossed six no-hit innings, recording 12 of his 18 outs with strikeouts.
The Detroit Tigers defeated the Boston Red Sox 1-0 in Game 1 of the ALCS, carrying a combined no-hitter into the ninth inning.