Bryan Baker
Breakdown
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April 7, 2026
Earns first save
Baker earned the save Monday against the Cubs, allowing one run on one hit and no walks while striking out two in the ninth inning.
Analysis
A two-out home run from Matt Shaw spoiled a shutout ninth inning from Baker as he earned his first save of 2026. It was the first hit and run the 31-year-old surrendered on the season. He also added two strikeouts to give him six on the season through four innings and four appearances. With some of the other Rays high-leverage relievers struggling to start the season, Baker's early success might earn him some more save opportunities moving forward.
April 6, 2026
Grabs first win Sunday
Baker (1-0) was credited with the win Sunday against the Twins, striking out two in a clean ninth inning.
Analysis
The Rays have a pretty wide open closer competition during the early going of the season. Griffin Jax has an 11.25 ERA through his first four innings, while both Garrett Cleavinger (calf) and Edwin Uceta (shoulder) are on the injured list. That said, the door is open for Baker, who has tossed three scoreless innings with a 4:0 K:BB thus far, to at least claim more high-leverage work.