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Kirby Yates records 100th career save as Angels top Athletics

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 7:16 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Kirby Yates records 100th career save as Angels top Athletics

Summary

Los Angeles Angels reliever Kirby Yates achieved his 100th career save on June 27, 2026, against the Oakland Athletics. Yates entered the ninth inning with the Angels leading by three runs, securing a quick three outs on just nine pitches. This milestone follows a challenging start to the season for Yates, who has since rebounded with a solid performance out of the bullpen. His current season statistics include a 3.06 ERA and a.159 batting average against. The Angels improved their record to 35-49 with this victory.

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By the Numbers

•Yates records 100th career save with Angels on June 27.
•Angels defeat Athletics to improve to 35-49 this season.
•Yates secured the save with three outs on nine pitches.
•He has a 3.06 ERA this season with no earned runs since June 8.
•This was Yates' first save since recovering from early-season challenges.

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7:16 PMYahoo Sports — Kirby Yates Converts 100th Career Save in Win Over Athletics

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Los Angeles Angels reliever Kirby Yates reached an impressive milestone in his successful career Saturday, recording his 100th career save. Yates came in for the ninth inning in a three-run game against the Athletics Saturday, and recorded a quick three outs on nine pitches to shut the door and improve the Angels’ record to 35-49. […] The post Kirby Yates Converts 100th Career Save in Win Over Athletics appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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