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Earl Wilson throws 1st African American no-hitter...
Earl Wilson throws 1st African American no-hitter...
Item # 721811
June 27, 1962
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Mass., June 27, 1962
* Earl Wilson throws no-hitter
* Boston Red Sox
* 1st African American in AL
* Major League Baseball - MLB
Page 6 has a two column heading: "Wilson's No - Hit Job Earns a New Contract" with lead-in: "Yawkey Delighted" (see images)
Complete with 20 pages, light toning at the margins, small binding holes along the spine, generally in very nice condition.
background: Earl Wilson, pitching for the Boston Red Sox, threw a historic no-hitter on June 26, 1962, against the California Angels at Fenway Park, leading Boston to a 2–0 victory. This performance marked the first no-hitter by an African American pitcher in the American League, a milestone in baseball integration history. Wilson dominated the Angels’ lineup, striking out eight batters while allowing only a few walks, showcasing his powerful fastball and control. In addition to his pitching prowess, Wilson was a capable hitter, reflecting his rare two-way talent, though in this game his bat was not needed for run support. The no-hitter solidified his reputation as one of the Red Sox’s premier pitchers of the era and highlighted his role in breaking racial barriers in Major League Baseball.
Category: The 20th Century
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