Hidden Relief Pitchers Poised to Explode in 2026 Fantasy Baseball—Are You Ready to Discover Them?
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Justin Sterner – Athletics (NFBC ADP: 333)
The Athletics struggled to fill the ninth-inning void left by Mason Miller following his trade to the Padres at last season’s deadline. Six different relievers recorded saves, and none with more than four. Sterner is a prime candidate to take the lead for save chances in 2026. After posting a mediocre 3.67 ERA in the first half, he really found his stride after the All-Star break, particularly over the final two months. From August on, he posted a 1.40 ERA, 0.70 WHIP, and a 33/4 K/BB ratio for a stellar 29.9% K-BB rate that was tenth in baseball among relievers during that span. If Sterner can maintain the 16.3% swinging-strike rate in the second half, along with the excellent walk rate, there’s a solid chance he’ll be working his way into a closer role that’s wide open in Sacramento.



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