Tanner Scott rebounds in 2026 season with Dodgers after challenging year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:55 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Tanner Scott, now in a pivotal role as the Dodgers' closer, has significantly improved in the 2026 season. After a rough debut season marred by a 4.74 ERA and 10 blown saves, Scott has reduced his ERA to 2.28 and leads the team in saves with 18 out of 20 opportunities. His revival has generated a new nickname, 'BBL,' a nod to his previous season's struggles and recovery, which has gained traction in the Dodgers community. Scott has embraced the humorous jabs related to his nickname, demonstrating a positive attitude about his comeback.
- •Scott leads Dodgers in saves with 18-for-20 accuracy.
- •He has cut his ERA from 4.74 to 2.28 this season.
- •The nickname 'BBL' stems from humorous online commentary.
- •Scott faced personal struggles last season, including injury.
- •Clubhouse merchandise featuring the nickname has become popular.
- 10:55 PMYahoo Sports — Inner confidence and ‘BBL’ nickname: Inside Tanner Scott’s bounce-back Dodgers season
"At first, Evan Phillips didn’t get what the big deal was. Tanner Scott’s “BBL” nickname? “I thought it was just completely organic,” Phillips said. Not quite. At least, not initially....
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