Dock Ellis
Baseball player and coach, no-hitter pitcher
Born
March 11th, 1945
80 years ago
Died
December 19th, 2008
16 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player and coach had a career spanning from the mid-1960s to the early 1980s. Primarily a pitcher, achieved notoriety with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Threw a no-hitter on June 12, 1970, against the San Diego Padres, which was notable not only for the achievement but also for occurring while under the influence of LSD. Later transitioned to coaching and was involved in minor league and independent baseball. Advocated for social justice and player rights throughout his career.
Threw a no-hitter in 1970
Played for the Pittsburgh Pirates
Coached in minor league baseball
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