Fantasy Baseball Closer Rankings: Risers & Fallers (2026)

Welcome back to the latest edition of our weekly “Closer Report” column. We are nearing the one-month mark of the season, with plenty of fantasy baseball left to be played.

We are continuing to see several bullpen situations work themselves out as players struggle, excel and miss time due to injuries, which will be the case throughout the season.

Fantasy Baseball Closer Rankings

Here is a look at the closer chart and where everything currently stands. Check out our latest fantasy baseball closer rankings and see who is rising and falling in value.

Team Closer Change Notes
1 Padres Mason Miller 0 Remains the top closer in MLB
2 Dodgers Edwin Diaz 0
3 Yankees David Bednar 0
4 Phillies Jhoan Duran 0
5 Orioles Ryan Helsley 0
6 Diamondbacks Paul Sewald 10 MLB-high 7 saves
7 Red Sox Aroldis Chapman 0
8 Mariners Andres Munoz -2 Control worth monitoring
9 Reds Emilio Pagan 2 Returned from hamstring injury
10 Mets Devin Williams -2
11 Tigers Kenley Jansen -2
12 Guardians Cade Smith -2
13 Royals Lucas Erceg 1
14 Blue Jays Jeff Hoffman -2
15 Braves Raisel Iglesias 0
16 Marlins Pete Fairbanks 3
17 Cardinals Riley O’Brien 5
18 Astros Committee -1 Josh Hader transferred to the 60-day IL
19 Giants Committee -1
20 Brewers Committee 0 Trevor Megill is worth monitoring
21 Angels Jordan Romano 0
22 Rays Bryan Baker 4
23 Rangers Jakob Junis 0
24 Cubs Committee -10 Daniel Palencia on IL
25 White Sox Seranthony Dominguez -1 Blown save on Thursday
26 Pirates Committee -1
27 Twins Committee 0
28 Athletics Committee 0
29 Nationals Committee 0
30 Rockies Committee 0

Closer News & Notes

  • Paul Sewald has recorded an MLB-high seven saves.
  • Mason Miller remains the most dominant closer in baseball. He has allowed just one hit over 9.1 innings this season.
  • The Cubs placed Daniel Palencia on the injured list (IL) on Friday. They’ll likely turn to a committee approach.
  • Andres Munoz has struggled with his control in recent appearances. He’ll be worth monitoring over the next week.
  • Trevor Megill recorded a hold in his latest appearance. He’s part of a committee with Abner Uribe.


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