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The Cleveland Guardians have enjoyed a strong start to the season. One starting pitcher who has played a crucial role in Cleveland's success is 25-year-old southpaw Parker Messick . Messick recently joined Paul Skenes and Stephen Strasburg in MLB history, as they are the only three pitchers since 1913 with a 2.50 ERA or better, 100 or more strikeouts and under 30 walks through their first 18 starts at the MLB level. Messick reacted to joining Skenes and Strasburg in MLB history during a recent interview, via MLB Network Radio.
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"It's really cool to be in that good of company," Messick said. "Both those guys are studs. I had the pleasure of playing with Paul when we were both on Team USA in college. So to be in his company and see what he's done over the last couple years is incredible. Super happy to be in any category with his name… It's just really cool."
Messick has certainly impressed to begin his MLB career. Of course, Strasburg was one of the best starters in the game during the prime of his career. Skenes has been phenomenal to begin his big league career. Being mentioned in the same conversation as those pitchers means Messick is doing something right.
Messick has turned in a 2.39 ERA across 19 starts so far in MLB between 2025 and 2026. The 2026 campaign has seen Messick pitch to a stellar 2.21 ERA in his 12 starts on the mound. He is on track to receive serious All-Star consideration.
The Guardians lead the American League Central standings, and they would not be where they are right now without Messick's contributions.
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