Guardians' Gavin Williams: Can't get through opening frame

Why was Gavin Williams' outing so short?

Gavin Williams' outing was cut short after just one-third of an inning on Friday night against the Chicago Cubs. The right-hander allowed three runs on three hits, including a two-run home run to Patrick Wisdom. Williams also walked two batters and hit another. It was a disappointing outing for Williams, who was making his first start since being recalled from Triple-A Columbus.

What was the reason for Williams' struggles?

Williams' command was off from the start of the game. He struggled to throw strikes, and he left several pitches over the plate that the Cubs hitters were able to hit. Williams also seemed to be tipping his pitches, as the Cubs hitters were able to guess what was coming and adjust accordingly.

What does this mean for Williams' future with the Guardians?

Williams' short outing is a setback, but it's important to remember that he's still a young pitcher with a lot of potential. The Guardians will likely give him another chance to start, but he'll need to show that he can improve his command and pitch more effectively in the strike zone.

How did the Guardians respond to Williams' struggles?

The Guardians turned to their bullpen to get out of the first inning, and they were able to limit the damage to three runs. Sam Hentges, Nick Sandlin, and Eli Morgan combined to throw 4 2/3 scoreless innings, and the Guardians eventually rallied to win the game 6-5.

What's next for the Guardians?

The Guardians will continue their series against the Cubs on Saturday night. Triston McKenzie will start for the Guardians, and he'll be opposed by Marcus Stroman for the Cubs. The Guardians will be looking to win the series and improve their record to 12-16.