Ed Head from the Chronology

Apr 15, 1947 - Facing Johnny Sain‚ Jackie Robinson goes hitless in 3 trips in his debut but handles 11 chances at 1B‚ a new position for him‚ in a 5-3 Brooklyn win over the Braves. Coach Clyde Sukeforth‚ interim manager and the man credited with first scouting Robinson‚ guides the team to 2 wins and a loss before he steps down. The Dodgers also announce the release of Ed Head‚ who threw a no-hitter last year‚ to Ft. Worth.

Apr 23, 1946 - Ed Head of the Brooklyn Dodgers tosses a no-hitter at the Braves‚ beating Boston's Mort Cooper‚ 5-0‚ before 30‚287 at Ebbets Field. It is Head's first ML appearance since his return from the military. He last pitched in the ML in July 9‚ 1944‚ when the Pirates knocked him out in 2 innings. Head was a left-handed pitcher until 1935 when he broke his pitching arm and he was forced to pitch right-handed.

Jun 23, 1944 - The Dodgers Ed Head tosses a 2-hitter against the Phillies to win his 4th straight‚ 2-0. Philadelphia infielder Charley Letchas accounts for both Phillies hits.

Aug 22, 1943 - The Dodgers beat the Pirates twice‚ 6-1 and 8-6‚ with Hank Gornicki losing both games. Ed Head and Rex Barney are the winners.

Sep 8, 1942 - The Dodgers move 3 games ahead of the idle Cards by beating the Pirates‚ 4-0. Ed Head allows just 4 hits.