Gavin Williams dominates with 7 shutout frames as Guardians edge Athletics to stay atop AL Central
CLEVELAND (AP) — In a thrilling one-run game, Cleveland Guardians secured their top spot in the AL Central with a 1-0 victory over the Athletics. <source> Gavin Williams put on an impressive performance, throwing seven shutout innings and striking out nine, moving him into the major-league lead with 244 strikeouts. </source> Jo Adell added an key RBI infield single to help secure the win.
The Guardians successfully defended their seventh series sweep of the season, with three wins at home. They currently lead the Chicago White Sox by 1 1/2 games. As the season ends, the Guardians will face off against Boston and Kansas City on the road.
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