Dodgers News: Emmet Sheehan Becomes First Pitcher in Modern Era to Accomplish Feat

In a league of his own.

Dodgers rookie Emmet Sheehan made history on Thursday night at Dodger Stadium. Sheehan, who threw 4.2 no-hit innings before getting pulled, became the only MLB pitcher in the modern era to go at least four innings without allowing a hit in back-to-back starts against an opponent, per OptaSTATS.

On June 16, Sheehan made his MLB debut against San Francisco, throwing six no-hit innings before being pulled. He continued that dominance on Thursday, and put himself into the history books on a list by himself.

The @Dodgers' Emmet Sheehan against the Giants:

June 16: 6.0 IP, 0 H
Tonight: 4.2 IP, 0 H

He's the only MLB pitcher in the modern era (rookie or not) to pitch 4.0+ innings and finish with no hits allowed in back-to-back starts against an opponent. pic.twitter.com/FC6UZNtmXe

— OptaSTATS (@OptaSTATS) September 22, 2023

Not only did Sheehan dominate the Giants, but he likely solidified his spot on LA's postseason roster.

Sheehan is a perfect candidate to be a bulk guy in October, going anywhere from one to four innings if need be.

Emmet Sheehan definitely solidified his spot on the postseason roster tonight. His final line against the Giants:

4.2 IP, 0 H, 1 ER, 4 BB, 9 K, 18 Whiffs

Dave Roberts said the Dodgers will likely utilize him in a long relief role, and he should thrive for LA in October.

— Noah Camras (@noahcamras) September 22, 2023

Sheehan will likely make one or two more appearances before the postseason, and as long as he doesn't completely fall apart, he'll find himself as one of 13 pitchers on LA's postseason roster.

If he continues to pitch like he has in his last two appearances — he's allowed just one earned run and one hit in his last 7.2 innings pitched — he'll be entering October with his confidence at an all-time high.

Congrats to Sheehan on this impressive accomplishment. We can't wait to see him face the Giants again.