Parker Messick Could Break One Of Guardians’ Longest Droughts

Cleveland Guardians pitcher Parker Messick is a finalist for the American League Rookie of the Year award alongside Kevin McGonigle and Payton Tolle. If Messick wins, he will end Cleveland's 36-year drought without a Rookie of the Year winner, dating back to catcher Sandy Alomar in 1990. He would also become the franchise's first pitcher to claim the honor since Herb Score won it in 1955.

Messick compiled a 12-9 record with a 2.56 ERA and 193 strikeouts across 186 1/3 innings over 32 starts during his debut campaign. In addition to earning an All-Star selection, Messick is also a finalist for the AL Cy Young Award, which netted the Guardians an extra pick after the first round of the 2027 draft.