Tigers' Kenley Jansen approaches 500 saves with nine games remaining
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Kenley Jansen stands at 496 career saves as the Tigers approach the end of the season. With only nine games left, his chance to reach the 500-save milestone this year appears slim, given his low save opportunities. The Tigers' bullpen has struggled, recording the second-most blown saves in MLB this season. Jansen has converted 20 of 26 save chances, far below expectations, contributing to a season where the team has lost 44 games they once led. He emphasized that the outcome is beyond his control as he reflects on his performance and future with the team.
- •Jansen has 496 career saves with nine games remaining in the season.
- •Tigers have second-most blown saves in MLB with 32.
- •Jansen saved 20 out of 26 chances this year.
- •The team has lost 44 games after leading at some point.
- •Tigers hold a $12 million option on Jansen for 2027.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers reliever Kenley Jansen's quest for 500 saves is running out of games
"Kenley Jansen's career saves total sits at 496 and with each passing game, his hope of reaching that 500-save milestone this season feels more remote.
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