Of the 27 batters he faced, the at bat that posed the greatest threat to breaking up the perfect game came in the fifth inning.

Blues batter Bill Phillips hit what looked to be a single, but Worcesters right fielder Lon Knight fielded the ball and threw to first baseman Chub Sullivan to record the out.

Richmond retired from baseball in 1886, and practiced as a physician for several years before pursuing a career in education in Toledo, Ohio.

[1] In baseball leagues that feature nine-inning games like Major League Baseball (MLB), this means the pitchers involved must record an out against 27 consecutive batters, without allowing any hits, walks, hit batsmen, uncaught third strikes, catcher's or fielder's interference, or fielding errors.

[1] It is widely considered by sportswriters to be the hardest single-game accomplishment in the sport, as it requires an incredible pitching performance, defensive support, and immense luck to pull off.

[7] Richmond opted to waive his final year of baseball eligibility at Brown University, and pitched in games that would not interfere with his schoolwork.

[8] The day before, Richmond traveled from Worcester to Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, to attend graduation festivities.

[7] He woke up shortly before noon, and after his train was delayed, he arrived at Worcester County Agricultural Fairgrounds with no time to warm up or eat a meal.

[11] Worcesters' shortstop Arthur Irwin led off the inning with a single, and catcher Charlie Bennett drew a walk.

[13] In the fifth inning, Blues batter Bill Phillips nearly broke up the perfect game with what looked to be a single, but Worcesters right fielder Lon Knight fielded the ball and threw to first baseman Chub Sullivan to record the out.

[6] In the eight inning, a rain delay stopped play for a few minutes, after which Richmond used sawdust to dry the ball and complete the game.