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Hey, Hoynsie: Did Gavin Williams overtake Tanner Bibee as the Guardians ace? Is it safe to say that Williams will be the opening day starting pitcher in Seattle on March 26? — Andy Mees, Sandusky.

Hey, Andy: I think Bibee is still the ace of the staff. He’s led the team in starts and innings pitched the last three years.

Still, it’s impossible to say who will start opening day in 2026. Last season Bibee earned that right, but was sidelined with food poisoning. A lot can and will happen between now and opening day.

It is encouraging when th

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