Guardians start rookies Messick and Williams in ALDS against White Sox
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 9:57 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The Cleveland Guardians will begin their American League Division Series against the Chicago White Sox with rookie left-hander Parker Messick starting Game 1 and AL strikeout leader Gavin Williams taking the mound in Game 2. This marks a pivotal moment for the Guardians as they look to advance in the postseason with a young pitching staff. Both players have shown strong potential throughout the season, contributing to the team's success. The series is set to be a closely watched matchup as teams battle for a spot in the next round of the playoffs.
- •Parker Messick to start Game 1 for the Guardians.
- •Gavin Williams, AL strikeout leader, will pitch Game 2.
- •Guardians face the White Sox in the ALDS.
- •Rookies lead the pitching for Cleveland in playoffs.
- •Series highlights the potential of Cleveland's young talent.
- 10:46 PMESPN MLB — Guardians to throw rookie Messick, Williams at White Sox to start ALDS
"Rookie left-hander Parker Messick will start Game 1 of the ALDS for Cleveland, while AL strikeout leader Gavin Williams will take the mound in Game 2.
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