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amead17 · 12-08-2025, 10:42 AM

SPORTING TIMES — May 2, 1912
By Samuel T. Kingsley

O’TOOLE DELIVERS NO-HIT MASTERPIECE AS DODGERS BLANK BRAVES, 6–0

Young Brooklyn Right-Hander Stuns Boston With Dazzling Display of Control

Brooklyn supporters were treated to a performance of rare brilliance this afternoon, as young Marty O’Toole carved his name into Dodgers lore with a masterful no-hit effort against the Boston Braves. Behind his remarkable pitching and timely offensive support, the Dodgers claimed a 6–0 triumph, pushing their mark to a healthy 11–8 on the season.

Entering the contest with a modest 1–3 record, the 23-year-old right-hander was expected merely to provide a steady outing. Instead, he delivered a display of such poise, command, and resourcefulness that it seemed more fitting of a seasoned veteran than a man only in his second full season with the club.

O’Toole baffled the Braves from first pitch to last, mixing a lively fastball with a biting curve, a craftily-used screwball, and a teasing knuckle curve. Boston’s bats never found their footing, and by the time the final out settled into a glove, O’Toole had completed his no-hit gem with 5 walks and 5 strikeouts.

Brooklyn offered its pitcher comfortable room to work, plating two runs in the second frame before erupting for four more in the eighth to seal the afternoon’s proceedings.

For the season, O’Toole now stands at 2–3 with a 3.48 earned-run average.

When asked about his historic afternoon, O’Toole remarked, “I just tried to stay calm and trust my pitches. The boys behind me made every play, and once we got those early runs, I felt I could settle in and do my job.”

Dodgers manager Ned Hanlon added, “The youngster showed tremendous heart today. He kept them guessing all game, and it’s a fine thing to see a lad that age handle himself with such confidence. A well-earned victory for him and for the club.”

12-08-2025, 10:42 AM	#513
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 9,296	SPORTING TIMES — May 2, 1912 By Samuel T. Kingsley O’TOOLE DELIVERS NO-HIT MASTERPIECE AS DODGERS BLANK BRAVES, 6–0 Young Brooklyn Right-Hander Stuns Boston With Dazzling Display of Control Brooklyn supporters were treated to a performance of rare brilliance this afternoon, as young Marty O’Toole carved his name into Dodgers lore with a masterful no-hit effort against the Boston Braves. Behind his remarkable pitching and timely offensive support, the Dodgers claimed a 6–0 triumph, pushing their mark to a healthy 11–8 on the season. Entering the contest with a modest 1–3 record, the 23-year-old right-hander was expected merely to provide a steady outing. Instead, he delivered a display of such poise, command, and resourcefulness that it seemed more fitting of a seasoned veteran than a man only in his second full season with the club. O’Toole baffled the Braves from first pitch to last, mixing a lively fastball with a biting curve, a craftily-used screwball, and a teasing knuckle curve. Boston’s bats never found their footing, and by the time the final out settled into a glove, O’Toole had completed his no-hit gem with 5 walks and 5 strikeouts. Brooklyn offered its pitcher comfortable room to work, plating two runs in the second frame before erupting for four more in the eighth to seal the afternoon’s proceedings. For the season, O’Toole now stands at 2–3 with a 3.48 earned-run average. When asked about his historic afternoon, O’Toole remarked, “I just tried to stay calm and trust my pitches. The boys behind me made every play, and once we got those early runs, I felt I could settle in and do my job.” Dodgers manager Ned Hanlon added, “The youngster showed tremendous heart today. He kept them guessing all game, and it’s a fine thing to see a lad that age handle himself with such confidence. A well-earned victory for him and for the club.”