Gavin Williams deserved better.
Not only did Williams record double-digit strikeouts for the first time in his career, but he became the first Cleveland rookie to notch 12 punchouts since Luis Tiant on Aug. 18, 1964.
He was brilliant for seven shoutout innings, limiting the Toronto Blue Jays to one hit and one walk. His four-seam fastball was sensational, accounting for 58% of his pitches on the night and finishing the game with a 48% CSW%. Williams also utilized his slider and curveball to perfection, with Bo Naylor deserving some credit for the game he called behind the plate.