Last night I watched the Netflix documentary about the about the recording of “We Are the World.” What an amazing trip down memory lane. Go for the music, stay for the Al Jarreau situation.
Nelson Simmons
The Tigers’ second pick in the 1981 draft, Simmons wore number 37 and, after debuting on Sept. 4, 1984, hit 10 homers for the ’85 Tigers. He was a highly touted prospect and I was excited about him being part of the long-term mix. On April 29, 1986, Detroit released him.
A few weeks later he signed with the Orioles but he played in only 16 games for Baltimore during the ’87 season, then got traded to the Mariners in August of that year. He never played for Seattle.
Birthdays
Austin Jackson (still just a kid at 37!), Rich Becker, Ron Woods, Bob Smith, Dave Madison and Billy Sullivan, who appeared in one game as catcher for the 1916 Tigers, with no at bats.
Today’s Immaculate Grid
Two former Tigers today. Rarity: 136
See you tomorrow.
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