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CdM Resident Jim Abbott's No-Hitter

9/4/2020

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Jim Abbott receives a standing ovation from the Yankee Stadium crowd. Photo: jimabbott.net
27 years ago today, CdM resident Jim Abbott pitched a no-hitter for the New York Yankees.  Only 10 Yankees pitchers have thrown a no-hitter in the franchise’s 120 years.  What makes Abbott’s no-hitter even more remarkable is he was born without a right hand. ​

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Kay Finch (1903-1993)

9/2/2020

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Continuing on the artist theme, ceramic artist Kay Finch (1903-1993) built her studio and showroom next to Five Crowns where Crown Cove Assisted Living is now located.  It was later Sam’s Seafood and Don the Beachcomber. ​
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