Arizona Diamondbacks bullpen performance metrics remain middle of the pack
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
The 2026 Arizona Diamondbacks bullpen demonstrates statistical improvement but maintains a league-average standing despite social media speculation regarding elite status. Entering a series finale in Kansas City, the group ranked 15th in ERA, 14th in FIP, and 14th in fWAR among MLB teams. While overall figures appear mediocre compared to historical franchise benchmarks, the pitching staff maintains a perfect 66-0 record when leading after eight innings. Individual success exists at the top of the rotation, with Brandyn Garcia, Juan Morillo, Jonathan Loaisiga, and Taylor Clarke each maintaining an ERA below 2.50 over at least 40 innings. Conversely, the team has relied on ten relievers with ERAs exceeding 4.91, creating a performance gap between the top options and the rest of the roster. Management continues to monitor workloads to avoid injury, with four pitchers already appearing in at least 60 games.
- •The bullpen ranks 15th in ERA and 14th in fWAR across Major League Baseball.
- •Arizona remains 66-0 this season when leading after the eighth inning.
- •Four relievers have maintained an ERA under 2.50 across more than 40 innings.
- •Ten relievers have recorded an ERA of 4.91 or higher throughout the 2026 campaign.
- •Torey Lovullo has managed four pitchers to more than 60 appearances this season.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — How good is the Arizona Diamondbacks 2026 bullpen really?
"I’ve seen a number of comments on social media recently, saying things like the D-backs have the best bullpen in the majors, or that this is the best bullpen in franchise history. However, if you look at the raw metrics, there’s not much evidence to support either statement. We’ve talked (a lot!) before about Mike […]
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