Guardians Name Parker Messick Starter for ALDS Game 1 vs. White Sox, Gavin Williams for Game 2
Messick went 12-9 with a 2.56 ERA, and Williams led the American League with 248 strikeouts.
- On Saturday, Cleveland Guardians Manager Stephen Vogt announced Parker Messick will start Game 1 of the American League Division Series against the Chicago White Sox, with Gavin Williams pitching Game 2 on Monday.
- Vogt called the pair his "two best pitchers," noting both earned their spots through strong regular-season performances and the rotation setup positions them for success against their Central rival.
- The first Cleveland rookie to start a postseason game since 2016, Messick posted a 2.56 ERA across 32 starts, the lowest by a rookie with at least 30 starts since 1972.
- Williams led the American League with 248 strikeouts over 32 starts, posting a 3.76 ERA that helped the Guardians secure their postseason berth against the White Sox.
- Cleveland finished the season series 7-6 against the White Sox, and Vogt praised the opponent's dangerous lineup and deep roster, signaling a competitive matchup ahead.
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CLEVELAND (AP) — Parker Messick will be the first Cleveland rookie pitcher to start in a postseason game since 2016 when the Guardians left-hander takes the mound for Game 1 of the American League Division Series against
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Guardians name Parker Messick starter for ALDS Game 1 vs. White Sox, Gavin Williams for Game 2
CLEVELAND (AP) — Parker Messick will be the first Cleveland rookie pitcher to start in a postseason game since 2016 when the Guardians left-hander takes the mound for Game 1 of the American League Division Series against the Chicago White Sox on Saturday.
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