Guardians' Parker Messick Makes MLB History In Recent Start

It’s no secret this Guardians team has been battling some frustrations over the last week, and even though this was Messick’s first big-league win, it couldn’t have come at a better time for the team as they look to get back in the postseason hunt.

“I’m super greatly I was able to do what I did for the guys,” said Messick after the game.

There’s a lot to like about what Messick has to offer on the mound, but two especially have stood out to Stephen Vogt during his first two starts. 

“I love the way he pushes the pace of the game. He puts a lot of pressure [on the batter],” said Cleveland’s skipper after the game. “Just the first pitch strike execution. He gets them on their heels right away.”

Command was one of Messick’s calling cards as he made his way through the minor leagues, and that’s been as advertised through his first 13.2 big-league innings. 

Obviously, Messick is still going to face some adversity during his MLB career. However, he and the Guardians couldn’t have asked for a better two starts in a Cleveland uniform, and Messick is certainly looking like he’ll be a key piece to this franchise’s rotation for years to come. 

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