Grand closing, grand opening: Guardians go back to Williams to start Game 5

Cleveland Guardians right-hander Gavin Williams, who finished Game 4 of the ALDS on the mound as a reliever, has been named the starter for Game 5. The White Sox will counter with right-hander Sean Burke in the decisive game. Williams' dual role as both a late-game reliever in Game 4 and the opening starter in Game 5 highlights the Guardians' confidence in the pitcher during this critical playoff series.