Gavin Williams Strikes Out 11 in Guardians' 5-2 Win

Gavin Williams, starting pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians, earned a win against the San Francisco Giants on August 20, 2026, by throwing 5.67 innings with 11 strikeouts, allowing 2 earned runs and 4 hits in a 5-2 victory.

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Williams, pitching for the Cleveland Guardians, recorded a 12-7 win-loss record across 26 starts in the 2026 season. He maintained a 3.72 ERA with a WHIP of 1.08 over 154 2/3 innings, while accumulating 201 strikeouts against 48 walks. In a recent performance on August 20, 2026, he threw 5.67 innings against the San Francisco Giants, allowing 2 earned runs and striking out 11 batters, leading to a 5-2 victory.