Pete Fairbanks returns to injured list with nerve irritation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:03 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Pete Fairbanks of the Tampa Bay Rays has made a quick return to the injured list due to nerve irritation. This follows his recent participation in games where he struggled with performance issues. Meanwhile, Mason Montgomery continues his impressive streak with the Pirates, accumulating three saves this week. The week also saw Mason Miller inching towards 40 saves as he leads the closer rankings. The report highlights notable save performances across the league from players like Sandy Alcantara and Jhoan Duran.
- •Fairbanks placed on the injured list again due to nerve irritation.
- •Mason Montgomery converted three saves this week for the Pirates.
- •Mason Miller is approaching his first 40-save season.
- •Sandy Alcantara recorded his first career save for the Marlins.
- •The report reviews the last week's top closers and their performances.
- 5:03 AMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Baseball Closer Report: Pete Fairbanks makes quick return to injured list with nerve irritation
"Jorge Montanez breaks down the last week in saves from around the league with updated closer rankings.
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