Gavin Williams
SP - Cleveland Guardians
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The Guardians have named Gavin Williams as the starter for Game 1 of the Wild Card series against the Tigers.
Fantasy Impact
It will be Williams taking on Tarik Skubal. He posted a stifling 1.88 ERA across four starts in September to end the regular season. It will be his third straight start against the Tigers with his last two starts of the regular season being against them. Williams combined to allow two runs over 11 innings with 21 strikeouts in those two starts.
Gavin Williams allowed two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out 12 across six innings in the Guardians’ 5-2 win over the Tigers on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
Williams delivered his 14th quality start of the season, lowering his ERA to 3.06 with a 1.27 WHIP and 173 strikeouts across 167 2/3 innings. His ability to miss bats has been a consistent strength throughout the year.
Gavin Williams tossed an impressive outing, allowing no earned runs on just three hits and two walks while striking out nine over five innings in Wednesday's win against the Tigers.
Fantasy Impact
After today’s performance, Williams now boasts a 3.06 ERA and 11 wins across 30 starts this season. He will make his next start at home against the Tigers.
Gavin Williams allowed two earned runs on four hits and three walks while striking out six over six innings in Thursday's win against the Royals.
Fantasy Impact
After today’s performance, Williams now holds a 3.16 ERA and 1.29 WHIP with a record of 10 wins and 5 losses across 29 starts this season. This outing marks three straight quality starts for Williams, who has 13 on the year. He walks far too many batters and hasn't really taken the step forward we wanted to see in terms of strikeouts, but he's been a solid option all year long. He faces the Tigers next week.
Gavin Williams allowed one earned run on seven hits and three walks while striking out three over seven innings in Friday's win against the Rays.
Fantasy Impact
After today’s victory, Williams now holds a 3.17 ERA and 1.29 WHIP with a 10-5 record across 28 starts this season. He now has 146 strikeouts across 150 2/3 innings of work.
