Parker Messick Throws Strikes As Guardians’ Number 5 Starter
Parker Messick earned the Guardians trust as a starter with a good repertoire, and excellent command and control.
MESA, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 27: Pitcher Parker Messick #77 of the Cleveland Guardians throws during the fifth inning of a spring training game against the Chicago Cubs at Sloan Park on February 27, 2026 in Mesa, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) Getty Images Left-hander, Parker Messick, has made the Cleveland Guardians opening day rotation as the team’s No. 5 starter.
Messick, 25, won the competition between Logan Allen and himself for the final spot among Cleveland’s starting five pitchers. Other members of the rotation include right-handers Tanner Bibee, Gavin Williams, and Slade Cecconi, and fellow left-hander, Joey Cantillo. Entering the season, MLBPipeline.
com lists Messick as the No. 5 Cleveland prospect. TAMPA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 07: Parker Messick #77 of the Cleveland Guardians pitches in the first inning during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M.
Steinbrenner Field on September 07, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) Getty Images About Parker Messick: At 6-0, 225 pounds, Messick has a stocky frame with a very thick lower body, with strong and large thighs. He uses that lower body strength to power his delivery.
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