Messick struggles with command as Game 5 becomes shortest start of career
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What happened
CLEVELAND -- The evening started inauspiciously for Parker Messick. It ended soon after. The Guardians sent Messick to the mound for a pivotal Game 5 of the American League Championship Series against the Rays on Sunday at Progressive Field. The rookie left-hander delivered the shortest start of his career, including
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