Hamels spun seven shutout innings, allowing just one hit and two walks while striking out nine in the Rangers 5-1 win over Detroit on Friday night.
Hamels (4-0) had to work hard, needing 113 pitches (73 for strikes), but was never really challenged as he handcuffed the generally potent Tigers' lineup. The ace of the Texas staff has been suffering through a slight groin strain which could be contributing to a bit of a decline in command of the strike zone, but he is pitching through it, and doing it well. He'll take on the White Sox in Arlington next time out.