#4: Jim Abbott

Throwing a no-hitter in baseball is one of the sport’s most challenging achievements. In 1993, Jim Abbott, a one-handed pitcher for the New York Yankees, made history by doing just that. Born without a right hand, Abbott never let his condition limit him on the mound.

Using a unique technique to switch his glove after each pitch, he competed at the highest level with determination and poise. Over a ten-year career, he won 87 games, proving himself repeatedly. His no-hitter wasn’t just a baseball milestone but a testament to perseverance, resilience, and the power of defying expectations.