San Diego Padres Dylan Cease Pitches Second No-Hitter in Team History, Securing a 3-0 Victory against Washington Nationals

San Diego Padres pitcher Dylan Cease made baseball history by pitching a no-hitter against the Washington Nationals, leading the Padres to a 3-0 victory and completing a three-game sweep. Cease struck out nine, walked three, and threw 114 pitches in the rain-delayed game. Cease came close to a no-hitter in 2022 but fell short, making this achievement even sweeter. Padres manager Mike Shildt allowed Cease to stay in the game despite his pitch count rising, a decision that paid off. Cease’s dominant performance was highlighted by his 60 sliders and 39 fastballs averaging 98.3 mph. The Nationals struggled to put the ball in play, with only three baserunners and no hits. This marks the second no-hitter against the Nationals in as many seasons. Cease’s teammates rallied around him, celebrating his historic achievement. The Padres are on a five-game winning streak and secured their third series sweep of the season. The Nationals, on the other hand, suffered their sixth sweep of the season. San Diego loaded the bases in the first inning and capitalized on the opportunity to score three runs. This no-hitter is a significant milestone for Cease and the Padres, solidifying their position in the MLB. Cease’s next start is against Baltimore, while the Nationals will face St. Louis in their upcoming series.

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