What happened: San Diego closer Mason Miller is in contention for the 2026 NL Reliever of the Year Award following a dominant campaign. The honor recognizes the top relief pitcher in each league as voted by the BBWAA.

Why it matters: Miller established himself as an elite late-inning weapon after joining the San Diego Padres earlier this season. Securing the hardware would cement his standing as the anchor of the San Diego bullpen heading into 2027.

What to watch: MLB Network will announce the recipient Wednesday during its 7 p.m. ET reveal show.