Mike Mussina becomes the oldest first time 20-game winner at age 39

On September 28, 2008 — On the last day of the season, 39 year-old Yankee right-hander Mike Mussina (20-9) becomes the oldest pitcher to win 20 games in a season for the first time. Mussina, had won 18 or 19 games five times. The 18-year career veteran tosses six shutout innings against the Red Sox in New York’s 6-2 Fenway Park victory. Daisuke Matsuzaka falls to 18-3 on the year. Mussina will announce his retirement after the season.

 

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