who pitched the no-hitter while tripping on acid?
Brilliant Animation Tells The Story Of The Pitcher Who Threw A No-Hitter While Tripping On Acid. 1  Jun.  Dock Ellis was a former pitcher who played 12 seasons in the big leagues for five teams, including the Pittsburgh Pirates, with whom he won a World Series in 1971. But Ellis is best remembered as the pitcher who threw a no-hitter while tripping on acid. This led to this award-winning animated video created by No Mas and artist James Blagden based on an interview with Ellis recalling that fabled game against the San Diego Padres in 1970.