Mason Miller tops 2026 MLB closer rankings as season concludes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 5:49 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
The final 2026 Fantasy Baseball Closer Report ranks Mason Miller as the top closer in Major League Baseball, finishing the season with a 1.19 ERA and 37 saves for the San Diego Padres. Mason Montgomery and Bryan Baker also shined, each surpassing 40 saves, while Louis Varland had a strong season with 34 saves. The closer rankings are pivotal as players prepare for 2027 drafts. The report highlights the emergence of new talent in the relief pitcher role, setting the stage for next season's draft strategies.
- •Mason Miller ranks first with 37 saves and a 1.19 ERA.
- •Bryan Baker and Cade Smith each recorded 40 saves this season.
- •Louis Varland finished with 34 saves and a 1.29 ERA.
- •Mason Montgomery established himself as a reliable option with 16 saves.
- •Tier rankings indicate potential targets for fantasy drafts in 2027.
- 5:49 AMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Baseball Closer Report: End-of-season closer rankings
"Jorge Montanez breaks down the last week in saves from around the league with updated closer rankings.
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