David Bednar shines in June as closers struggle league-wide
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 5:46 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
David Bednar of the New York Yankees is having an impressive June, extending his scoreless streak. While Bednar thrives, several relievers, including Cade Smith and Gregory Soto, experienced poor performances this week. The volatile closing situation continues for teams like the Chicago White Sox as they seek reliable options for the ninth inning. As the season progresses, closers' performances will be pivotal for teams looking to solidify their late-game strategies.
- •Bednar maintains a scoreless streak for June.
- •Cade Smith and Gregory Soto struggle in recent outings.
- •White Sox face challenges finding a stable closer.
- •Upcoming games will test the consistency of top closers.
- 5:46 AMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Baseball Closer Report: David Bednar on the rise with excellent June
"Jorge Montanez breaks down the last week in saves from around the league with updated closer rankings.
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