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Gavin Williams Is Putting Together A Historic Postseason Run

Parker Messick has been solid in the 2026 postseason for the Cleveland Guardians, posting a 3.09 ERA and striking out 14 in 11.2 innings so far. Gavin Williams, however, has blossomed into the most feared starting pitcher not just on…

By Andres Chavez · Guardians Nation

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 3:57 PM

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Cleveland Guardians pitcher Gavin Williams is producing a historic postseason run, highlighted by a record strikeout rate.
Williams struck out nine batters across five innings against the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3 of the ALCS.
His 45.9% strikeout percentage is reportedly the highest in MLB postseason history with at least 10 innings pitched.

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Andres Chavez highlights Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Gavin Williams for putting together a dominant and historic 2026 postseason performance. Williams delivered another strong outing on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3 of the ALCS, yielding two runs and striking out nine over five innings.

Williams has amassed 33 strikeouts across 16 2/3 postseason innings while posting a 2.16 ERA. According to reporter Keegan Matheson, his 45.9% postseason strikeout rate is the highest in MLB history among pitchers throwing at least 10 innings.

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