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Kotsay, Schafer Back Hanson’s No-Hitter
Written by Akshay on June 27, 2008 – 7:07 amWhile on his rehab assignment in double A ball, Mark Kotsay got to see something pretty special—a no hitter. Tommy Hanson threw the Mississippi Braves’ first no-hitter and struck out 14 in what became a career night for the young prospect. Hanson pitched the gem against the Birmingham Barons—the Chicago White Sox’s double A affiliate.
Hanson saw some trouble in the first inning when he had the bases loaded after a walk, a hit batsman and another walk. Hanson got the next hitter to pop out and saw calm seas after that. Hanson allowed just one base runner after the first inning, that coming on a walk. Hanson struck out the side in the second inning, fifth inning and again in the seventh for nine of his 14 total strikeouts.
Mark Kotsay and prospect Jordan Schafer helped in the effort with their offense. Kotsay had two hits and scored a run, while Shafer’s bases-loaded triple drove in three more.
Obviously, Hanson’s no hitter was the story of the evening. Hanson (4-3, 4.32 ERA) went 3-1 with a 0.90 ERA in seven games in A-ball at
Hanson is a guy that could be a trading chip for the Braves this year or next year. With the rotation set up the way it is, it looks solid from
There’s still about a month left till the trade deadline, so we’ll see how Hanson’s no hitter affects his trade value.
- Akshay
Tags: Jordan Schafer, Mark Kotsay, Tommy Hanson
Posted in General, Minor Leagues | 9 Comments »
By JB on Jun 27, 2008 | Reply
What’s up homelies?
Good to see Kotsay’s come back is imminent. Y’all think Hanson might be trade bait? Honestly I don’t know much about him.
I had one guy post on my blog that he thought Frenchy should be traded. I know he’s been sucky lately but trade Frenchy? I don’t know about that.
Anyways, let’s get a win tonight and get a road series. Then, lets come home and beat the Philistines!
Keep up the good work, Blasters.
JB
http://braveslaunchingpad.com
By J.T. on Jun 28, 2008 | Reply
Yeah, but what tee-ball team were they against?
By Akshay on Jun 28, 2008 | Reply
I definitely wrote in the article they were playing the Birmingham Barons. I don’t think you should try to discount an achievement like this, especially from someone that’s considered a Braves prospect. A no-hitter is a no-hitter in any league, whether it’s little leagues or the major leagues. The fact that he had 14 strikeouts makes it that much more impressive.
By tomfan on Jul 3, 2008 | Reply
I agree, Hanson made history, Keep up the good work kid you’re SPECIAL……GREAT JOB TOMMY… this kid is special……..
By tomfan on Jul 3, 2008 | Reply
Keep your eye on HANSON, the kid has ‘IT’……………………
By JB on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
What's up homelies?
Good to see Kotsay's come back is imminent. Y'all think Hanson might be trade bait? Honestly I don't know much about him.
I had one guy post on my blog that he thought Frenchy should be traded. I know he's been sucky lately but trade Frenchy? I don't know about that.
Anyways, let's get a win tonight and get a road series. Then, lets come home and beat the Philistines!
Keep up the good work, Blasters.
JB
http://braveslaunchingpad.com
By Akshay on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I definitely wrote in the article they were playing the Birmingham Barons. I don't think you should try to discount an achievement like this, especially from someone that's considered a Braves prospect. A no-hitter is a no-hitter in any league, whether it's little leagues or the major leagues. The fact that he had 14 strikeouts makes it that much more impressive.
By tomfan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I agree, Hanson made history, Keep up the good work kid you're SPECIAL……GREAT JOB TOMMY… this kid is special……..
By tomfan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Keep your eye on HANSON, the kid has 'IT'……………………