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Texas A&M's Aidan Sims Named SEC Pitcher of the Week
Sims tossed a complete-game shutout to earn conference honors
Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:04pm
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Aidan Sims' electric pitching performance earns him SEC Pitcher of the Week honors, showcasing the Aggies' rising talent on the mound.Forney TodayTexas A&M sophomore pitcher Aidan Sims has been named the SEC Pitcher of the Week after throwing a complete-game shutout against Vanderbilt. Sims allowed just three hits and two walks while striking out eight batters in the 117-pitch outing, helping the Aggies secure their second straight SEC series victory.
Why it matters
Sims' dominant performance on the mound has earned him national recognition and helped propel the Aggies up the rankings, as they moved up to No. 18 in the D1 Baseball Top 25. This honor highlights Sims' growth in his second year with the program and the team's strong start to the conference season.
The details
In the series finale against Vanderbilt, Sims was in complete control, holding a Commodores lineup that leads Division I in home runs to just three hits over seven innings. The right-hander from Forney, Texas, now has six wins on the season, tied for the most in the SEC, and leads the Aggies' starting rotation with a 1.04 WHIP.
- Sims' complete-game shutout came on Friday, April 4, 2026.
- The SEC Pitcher of the Week award was announced on Monday, April 6, 2026.
The players
Aidan Sims
A sophomore pitcher for the Texas A&M Aggies baseball team, Sims has emerged as one of the top starters in the SEC this season.
Texas A&M Aggies
The Texas A&M baseball team, which has moved up to No. 18 in the D1 Baseball Top 25 rankings after their series win over Vanderbilt.
What they’re saying
“Sims shoved and posted a seven-inning, complete game shutout over a Vanderbilt squad that was second in homers across Division I programs this season.”
— etexangeorge, Author
What’s next
The Aggies will look to continue their strong start to the season when they travel to take on Texas State on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
The takeaway
Aidan Sims' dominant performance on the mound has earned him SEC Pitcher of the Week honors and helped propel the Texas A&M Aggies up the national rankings. This recognition highlights Sims' growth and the team's strong start to conference play.
