Vern Bickford

ABOUT VERN BICKFORD

Former MLB pitcher best known as a member of the Milwaukee/Boston Braves, with whom he played from 1948 to 1953. He was an All-Star in 1949.

He played for the Welch Minors in the Mountain State League and served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

His most famous moment as a pitcher was his 1950 no-hitter against the Brooklyn Dodgers.

He was married and had three sons.

He was managed by Branch Rickey during his time with the Brewers.