The Story of an MLB Pitcher Who Literally Forgot How to Pitch, Then Returned to the Majors at a New Position

Ankiel became the first player to throw five wild pitches in an inning since Bert Cunningham did the same in the Players’ League in 1890. “At least I set a record,” the 21-year-old joked. “I was kinda trying to do too much, instead of relaxing. I was a little anxious. It was just one of those days.”