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Stat of the Day: Sparkman’s Shutout

Glenn Sparkman recorded his first career shutout in Kansas City’s 11–0 win vs. Chicago on Tuesday. It was the first shutout by a Royal since

At 27 years, 66 days, Sparkman is the youngest Royal to throw a shutout since Luke Hochevar on Sept. 18, 2009 at the White Sox.

Sparkman allowed just five hits — all singles — and one walk in 9.0 innings, holding Chicago to 0-for-2 with runners in scoring position. He retired 18 of the last 20 batters he faced, including 11 straight at one point.

The win was his first since June 20 vs.