Halladay Makes History

       Roy Halladay pitched a no-hitter in Game 1 on the NLDS Wednesday night, his first career postseason start. Halladay is only the second pitcher in the history of the game to throw a no-hitter in the postseason (Don Larsen, 1956 World Series). ESPN New York breaks down the signifcance of both no-hitters, comparing stats to determine which was a greater feat. This can be counted as a reliable source because ESPN is one of the most renowned sports outlets not only in the country but in the world. The stats they used in this article were certified MLB websites who keep records of such things.

Halladay is met by catcher Carlos Ruiz after throwing the second no-hitter in postseason history.

       According to Matt Gelb's blog on philly.com, Halladay is one of five pitchers to throw two no hitters in one season. If I were writing an article or story, I do think that this can be counted as a reliable source. Gelb is the Phillies beat writer for the Philadelphia Inquirer. It is unlikely that a large newspaper like the Inquirer would not let false information be distributed.