Trevor Megill and Bryan Baker headline World Series closer matchup

Megill was named NL Reliever of the Month in August.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 42m1 min read

Which closer would you trust more to lock down a save in the #WorldSeries: Trevor Megill or Bryan Baker? (MLB x @SageUS Via @MLB on X

What happened: Trevor Megill and Bryan Baker enter the 2026 World Series tasked with closing games for two clubs seeking a first franchise championship. First-time All-Star Bryan Baker brings an active 35-save streak into the Fall Classic.

Why it matters: Late-inning bullpen reliability dictates postseason series management when starters are pulled early against high-leverage lineups. Neither reliever has surrendered a ninth-inning lead during the current playoff run.

By the numbers: Baker has recorded 5 saves during the 2026 postseason, while Megill is 4-for-4 in postseason save chances scoreless innings.

What to watch: World Series Game 1 opens the championship series.

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@MLB 2026-10-23T01:13:33.203765+00:00

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