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Guardians' pitching plan after Messick struggles
Guardians' pitcher Parker Messick struggles with command in ALDS Game 4, forcing bullpen-heavy Game 5 plan.
In brief
Guardians' pitcher Parker Messick struggles with command in ALDS Game 4, forcing bullpen-heavy Game 5 plan. Guardians manager Stephen Vogt says Parker Messick's lack of command in ALDS Game 4 against Chicago led to early bullpen use for Game 5. Originally reported by Mlb.
Guardians one win from ALCS
The Guardians are one win away from moving on to the American League Championship Series after a 9-5 victory over Chicago.
Messick struggles with command
Parker Messick struggled with command in his 4 1/3 innings, walking four batters and allowing one run.
Early bullpen exit
Messick was removed after one out in the third inning following a bases-loaded walk to Munetaka Murakami.
Seven relievers used
The Guardians utilized seven relievers in Game 4, including All-Star closer Cade Smith.
Williams takes final outs
Gavin Williams recorded the final three outs in Game 4 after being pulled from the bullpen.
Game 5 pitching plan
The Guardians will likely use a full bullpen for Game 5 with Gavin Williams starting.
The bottom line
Guardians manager Stephen Vogt says Parker Messick's lack of command in ALDS Game 4 against Chicago led to early bullpen use for Game 5.
