Williams strikes out nine in five innings, Espino enters for sixth

52 of 70 pitches went for strikes

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Daniel Espino on for the start of the top of the 6th. Gavin Williams: 5 IP, 2 R/ER, 2 Hits, 1 BB, 9 ks - 70 pitches, 52 Via @RuiterWrongFAN on X

What happened: Williams was charged with two earned runs on two hits and one walk. Williams finished five full innings before the change.

Why it matters: Two-run ball kept Cleveland in range through the middle innings. Going to Espino spreads the remaining innings across fresh arms.

By the numbers: Williams: 5 IP, 2 H, 2 ER, 1 BB, 9 K. 70 pitches, 52 strikes, 74% strikes.

What to watch: Espino's length determines the bridge to the late innings.

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