Today in Baseball History: June 12th

2007 On June 12, 2007, Justin Verlander fired a no-hitter against the Milwaukee Brewers at Comerica Park in Detroit. It"s the first no-hitter by a Tiger pitcher since 1984. Verlander strikes out 12 and walks four in his gem. The victory vaults Detroit into a tie for the AL Central lead with Cleveland.

1990 On June 12, 1990, Baltimore Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken, Jr. plays in his 1,308th consecutive game to surpass Everett Scott for second place on the all-time list. Ripken will eventually break Lou Gehrig's record when he plays in his 2,131st straight game on September 6, 1995.

1977 On June 12, 1977, future Hall of Famer Tom Seaver makes his final appearance with the New York Mets before departing in a blockbuster trade. Seaver defeats the Houston Astros, 3-1, at the Astrodome. Three days later, the Mets will trade Seaver to the Cincinnati Reds for four players…

1970 On June 12, 1970, Dock Ellis of the Pittsburgh Pirates pitches a no-hitter despite giving up eight walks. The talented right-hander shuts down the San Diego Padres, 2-0, with help from Roberto Clemente and Bill Mazeroski, who each make terrific defensive plays. Ellis will later admit to pitching the game under the influence of LSD.

1967 On June 12, 1967, the Chicago White Sox and Washington Senators play the longest night game in major league history. The 22-inning marathon lasts six hours and 38 minutes before Senators catcher Paul Casanova delivers a game-winning single in the bottom of the 22nd inning.

1963 On June 12, 1963, Chicago White Sox outfielder Dave Nicholson matches a major league record by striking out seven times in a doubleheader against the Los Angeles Angels. Nicholson will lead all American League batters with 175 strikeouts in 1963.

1961 On June 12, 1961, Hall of Fame owner Bill Veeck sells his interest in the Chicago White Sox to partner Arthur Allyn. The 48-year-old owner decides to leave the game, in part because of health reasons.

1939 On June 12, 1939, an awe-inspiring collection of baseball's greatest stars and legendary figures gathers in Cooperstown, New York for the official dedication of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Ty Cobb, Walter Johnson, Babe Ruth, Honus Wagner and the late Christy Mathewson, all of whom had been elected to the Hall of Fame's inaugural class in 1936, are honored at the first induction ceremonies. Living members Grover Alexander, Eddie Collins, Napoleon Lajoie, Connie Mack, George Sisler, Tris Speaker and Cy Young also receive their Hall of Fame plaques. The day's events include a seven-inning All-Star game at Cooperstown's Doubleday Field. Among the future Hall of Famers to participate in the exhibition game are Jay Hanna "Dizzy" Dean, Robert "Lefty" Grove, Hank Greenberg and Mel Ott.

1868 On June 12, 1868, Sol White is born in Bellaire, OH. One of the early pioneers of black baseball, participating in the game as a player, manager and historian, White was a star in the 1890s with some of the top independent black teams, and in 1902, he helped found the powerhouse Philadelphia Giants. In 2006, he earned election to the Hall of Fame.