Guardians pitcher Parker Messick excels with lower velocity this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 8:25 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Cleveland Guardians left-handed pitcher Parker Messick has garnered attention in his second MLB season. Despite averaging a velocity of 94.2 mph, he has demonstrated remarkable effectiveness, highlighted by nearly achieving a no-hitter in April. Messick's performance stands out amid faster pitchers like Jacob Misiorowski and Cam Schlittler. He has successfully induced weak contact and showcased his ability to leverage his defense, providing the Guardians with consistent results on the mound.
- •Messick was drafted in the second round of the 2022 MLB Draft.
- •He was named Florida's Mr. Baseball in high school.
- •Messick earned ACC Freshman of the Year honors in college.
- •He has led the Guardians' rotation since his call-up in August 2025.
- •Messick shows strong command and effectiveness despite lower velocity.
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"The Cleveland starter has been impressive in his second year.
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