Books and articles about Bill Jackowski

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Jackowski was the plate umpire on September 18, 1968 when the Cardinals' Ray Washburn pitched a no-hitter against the Giants the day after San Francisco's Gaylord Perry no-hit St. Louis, the first consecutive game no-hitters in history. It was the second no-hitter called by Jackowski that season, making him one of ten umpires to have worked the plate for two no-hitters in one season. (RTM)

FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY » May 28, 1963: Called out at 1B on a close play for the 2nd time, Roberto Clemente inadvertently strikes umpire Bill Jackowski. Clemente is ejected, fined $250, and suspended for five days. The Pirates lose 5–1 to the Phils.