1983-Jul-04 • BOS NYY • Boston Red Sox vs New York Yankees - Dave Righetti No Hitter - Radio Call
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On July 4, 1983, at Yankee Stadium, left-handed pitcher Dave Righetti delivered a historic no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox in a 4-0 victory, marking the first no-hitter by a New York Yankee since Don Larsen's perfect game in the 1956 World Series. The game, played under sweltering 94-degree heat, was a dominant performance by Righetti, who walked four and struck out nine batters, including the league's leading hitter, Wade Boggs, for the final out. The Yankees scored four runs in the bottom of the fifth and eighth innings, with key hits from Steve Kemp, Roy Smalley, Andre Robertson, and Don Baylor’s ninth home run. The broadcast, featuring Frank Messer and John Gordon, captured the electric atmosphere of the 4th of July celebration, with Righetti’s emotional postgame interview revealing his disbelief and joy. The episode concludes with a retrospective on the significance of the no-hitter in Yankees history and the broader context of the 1983 baseball season.
Dave Righetti pitched the first Yankees no-hitter since 1956, defeating the Red Sox 4-0 on Independence Day.
Righetti walked four and struck out nine, ending the game with a strikeout of Wade Boggs, the AL’s leading hitter.
The Yankees scored four runs on eight hits, with key contributions from Don Baylor’s home run and a two-run rally in the eighth inning.
The game was played in extreme heat (94°F), adding to the physical and mental challenge of the no-hitter.
Righetti’s performance was a culmination of his development, including a demotion to Columbus, and was celebrated as a career-defining moment.
Opening Ads and Pre-Game Atmosphere
The episode opens with a series of sponsor ads for Kodak, Kendall Motor Oil, Colonial Bacon, and other brands, setting the commercial tone. The pre-game atmosphere is established with references to the 4th of July celebration, the Yankees' recent form, and the high stakes of the matchup.
Early Game: Scoreless Stalemate and Righetti’s Dominance
The first five innings are scoreless as Righetti strikes out multiple Red Sox batters with a mix of fastball and curveball. The Yankees’ only hits come from Campanaris, while the Red Sox struggle to make contact. The broadcast highlights Righetti’s control and the growing tension as the no-hitter remains intact.
Yankees Break Through: 4-0 Lead in the Bottom of the Eighth
The Yankees score two runs in the fifth inning on singles by Kemp and Smalley, with Robertson driving in the first run. In the eighth, a series of hits—including a key base hit by Steve Kemp—drives in two more runs, giving the Yankees a 4-0 lead. The Red Sox remain hitless and scoreless.
The Ninth Inning: Righetti’s Final Push and Historic Strikeout
“He struck him out! Reggetti has pitched a no-hitter! Dave Reggetti has pitched a no-hitter!”
Postgame Celebration and Historical Reflection
“It's not sinking in yet. Even when I struck him out, I was just glad to get it over with.”
“He struck him out! Reggetti has pitched a no-hitter! Dave Reggetti has pitched a no-hitter!”
“It's not sinking in yet. Even when I struck him out, I was just glad to get it over with.”
“It's not sinking in yet. Even when I struck him out, I was just glad to get it over with.”
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dave righetti
person
new york yankees
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frank messer
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john gordon
person
boston red sox
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john tudor
person
wade boggs
person
don larson
person
butch weininger
person
sammy ellis
person
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