MLB.com, SI.com high on Gavin Williams for 2025

by | Jan 7, 2025

MLB.com and SI.com are equally excited about what could be in store for an ECU alum in 2025.

Both websites have indicated Cleveland Guardians pitcher Gavin Williams could be in line to have a massive year ahead with a healthy season and a full spring training to ramp up. Williams was also chosen as MLB.com‘s breakout candidate for the Guardians in 2025.
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