Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Ross Stripling enjoyed a memorable MLB debut Friday against the San Francisco Giants, becoming the first pitcher in the modern era to toss more than five innings without allowing any hits in the first game of his career, per Elias Sports Bureau (via ESPN Stats & Info).
The 26-year-old righty—who previously hadn't pitched above the Double-A level—was a surprise addition to the Dodgers' starting rotation after injuries eliminated a slew of more qualified candidates.
Undeterred by his lack of experience, Stripling held the Giants hitless over 7.