Parker Messick’s breakout rookie season is already paying off for the Cleveland Guardians in more ways than one. The left-hander was named a finalist for the AL Cy Young Award on Monday after going 12-9 with a 2.56 ERA and…
The Cleveland Guardians are projected to secure five selections within approximately the top 75 picks of the 2027 MLB Draft. A significant addition comes from rookie pitcher Parker Messick being named an AL Cy Young Award finalist, qualifying Cleveland for an extra Prospect Promotion Incentive draft pick after the first round.
Along with their own first-round pick and the PPI selection, Cleveland holds an extra pick after failing to sign 2026 second-rounder Logan Schmidt, plus a regular second-round selection and a Competitive Balance Round B choice.
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