Miller, Varland Win Inaugural BBWAA Reliever Awards
18 sourcesUpdated Nov 12, 20261 min read
San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller and Toronto Blue Jays closer Louis Varland won the inaugural Baseball Writers’ Association of America Reliever of the Year awards, a new annual honor recognizing regular-season relief performances. Miller led the National League with 38 saves and posted a 1.67 ERA, while his 101.4 mph average fastball velocity and 16.6 strikeouts per nine innings underscored his dominance. Varland recorded 35 saves and a 1.27 ERA in 71 appearances, earning his first All-Star selection and leading qualified American League relievers in ERA and fWAR. The awards were voted on by BBWAA members before the playoffs and are distinct from the Rivera and Hoffman awards.
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“Louie Varland wins award as American League’s top reliever”Varland's 1.27 ERA with 35 saves proves he was the right pick for the AL side.
Miller's 38 saves and 1.67 ERA make him a clear choice for the NL award this year.
