“I have a few more things to do to reach the ceiling, but we’ll get there. It doesn’t happen overnight, that’s for sure.” That’s what Gavin Williams said—and now the Guardians have earned their Wild Card spot. With Game 1 on deck, the weight of postseason expectation rests on this 26-year-old arm as he will start the game.

“Gavin has been incredible,” said the skipper Vogt. He has worked hard and made steady progress to get to this point. Behind that progress lies a compelling journey from small-town North Carolina to baseball’s biggest stage. Let’s dive into it.

Who is Gavin Williams? Know about him, his background, upbringing and more

Gavin Williams was born on July 26, 1999, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He grew up in Fayetteville, where athletics and community bonds ran deep. H

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