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Mason Miller unanimously named NL Reliever of the Year for 2026

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Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Mason Miller unanimously named NL Reliever of the Year for 2026
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Mason Miller of the San Diego Padres has been named the 2026 NL Reliever of the Year by the BBWAA. Miller secured the award after achieving a career-high 38 saves, tying for the National League lead with St. Louis' Riley O'Brien. He posted a 1.67 ERA and a 0.900 WHIP over 66 appearances, with three blown saves. Miller's impressive season included setting the Padres' scoreless innings record with 34 2/3 consecutive scoreless innings. This recognition marks Miller's first personal award as he was previously a finalist alongside Trevor Megill and Jhoan Duran. Miller, 28, has three years of arbitration before reaching free agency.

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  • •Mason Miller has unanimous 2026 NL Reliever of the Year honors.
  • •He tied for the NL lead with 38 saves, equaling Riley O'Brien.
  • •Miller achieved a 1.67 ERA and a 0.900 WHIP.
  • •He set a Padres record with 34 2/3 consecutive scoreless innings.
  • •Miller has pitched 191 games in four seasons with a 2.47 ERA.
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  • 12:34 AMYahoo Sports — Padres closer Mason Miller named unanimous NL Reliever of the Year after career-high 38 saves
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Miller was tied for the NL lead in saves along with St. Louis' Riley O'Brien.

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