Cleveland Guardians pitcher Parker Messick has been named a top-three finalist for two major league awards, the team announced Tuesday. The 24-year-old left-hander, who wore number 77, played a key role in the Guardians' American League Championship Series run, including a memorable double-play celebration during Game 2 against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on October 13, 2026.
The specific awards were not disclosed in the initial announcement, but Messick's strong postseason performance has drawn widespread recognition. The Guardians fell short in the ALCS, but Messick's emergence as a rookie standout has positioned him for league-wide honors.
