Santa Barbara’s Baseball Alumni Shine in the Majors and Minor Leagues
A look at the latest performances and injuries of former Santa Barbara County high school and UCSB baseball players now competing professionally.
Jun 27, 2026
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Gabe Speier
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Late‑Inning Shifts: New Closers Emerge as Teams Wrestle with Uncertainty
Elvis Alvarado and Yoandrys Gomez are staking claims as the most reliable closers, but the White Sox, Royals, Mariners and Orioles face lingering questions about their ninth‑inning options.
Jun 15, 2026
Closer Contenders Shake Up Bullpens Across MLB
Elvis Alvarado and Yoendrys Gomez are emerging as the primary closers for their teams, while several other clubs grapple with uncertainty in their late‑inning roles.
Jun 15, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Closer Rankings Update: Cade Smith Leads as Mariners Adjust Bullpen
A weekly snapshot of closer performance reveals Cade Smith's dominance, Mariners' bullpen moves, and Devin Williams' scoreless streak.
May 23, 2026