Emilio Pagan

Reds closer Emilio Pagan notched his first save of the season in a 3-2 win over the Red Sox on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Pagan flirted with trouble in this one, allowing a one-out double to Andruw Monasterio before eventually locking down his first save of the year. The 34-year-old saved 32 games for the Reds in 70 appearances last season, a figure certainly worthwhile for fantasy managers if he can post a similar stat this time around.

The Reds have re-signed Emilio Pagán to a two-year, $20 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

Pagan had received interest from other teams, but he decided to remain with the Reds. The deal includes an opt-out after the 2026 season.

Emilio Pagan is reportedly drawing interest from "at least 10 teams" this offseason.

Fantasy Impact

Pagan could return to the Reds, but he figures to test the open market. He earned the closer role in the Reds bullpen early last season as part of a big campaign for him.

Emilio Pagan struck out one batter in a perfect inning of work to earn the save in Saturday's win against the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact

The right-hander continues an impressive stretch out of the bullpen, holding opponents scoreless in each of his last 10 appearances on the mound for the Reds. After yesterday’s game, Pagan boasts a 2.88 ERA and 0.92 WHIP with 32 saves across 70 appearances this season.

Emilio Pagan struck out one batter in a perfect inning to earn the save in Friday's win over the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Pagan now holds a 2.93 ERA and 0.93 WHIP with 31 saves across 69 appearances this season. He has just six blown saves and 80 strikeouts on the year.