Messick’s Stuff Shines in October Despite Game 1 Loss

CLEVELAND — There was a palpable buzz from a sellout crowd at Progressive Field hours before Game 1 of the ALDS, and that energy fueled Guardians starter Parker Messick once he took the mound on Saturday afternoon. “It was incredible,” Messick said. “Everyone showed up. It was a fun environment. I felt great coming out of the gate. I felt really good. The stuff was good.” ALDS Game 2 presented by Booking.com: Monday, 5 p.m. ET/4 CT on TBS/truTV/UniMas/HBO Max Messick’s introduction to playoff baseball began in dominant fashion against the White Sox. After striking out six of his first…