A combined quick pace and locating the ball in the strike zone helped Simon twirl a gem against the Rangers.
DETROIT -- At 34 years and 104 days, Alfredo Simon is the second-oldest Detroit Tigers pitcher to throw his first shutout. He is paced by only Steve Sparks, who did it at the age of 35 years and 104 days. It's been an up and down season for Simon. After he started out strong, Simon had struggled with a combination of his command, velocity, and an injury. And for James McCann, Simon had "that look in his eyes" from the get-go.