"Nomo threw five scoreless innings against the San Francisco Giants, allowing just one hit, issuing four walks and striking out seven. The right-hander didn't factor into the decision of a game the Dodgers won, 4-3, in 15 innings."
"Nomo finished the 1995 season with a 13-6 record, 2.54 ERA, 149 ERA+ and 1.06 WHIP, was named an All-Star and won the National League Rookie of the Year Award."
"Over seven seasons with the Dodgers, Nomo went 81-66 with a 3.74 ERA and 1.28 WHIP."
Hideo Nomo debuted in MLB on May 2, 1995, with the Los Angeles Dodgers, becoming the first Japanese-born player. He threw five scoreless innings against the San Francisco Giants, striking out seven. Nomo earned the nickname 'The Tornado' for his unique pitching style. After a rough start, he finished the season with a 13-6 record and a 2.54 ERA, winning the National League Rookie of the Year Award. Nomo later played for the Mets, Brewers, Red Sox, and Royals, and currently serves as a pitching advisor for the Padres.
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