bryan baker
The gist
Rays closer Bryan Baker saved all three ALDS wins over the Yankees without allowing a hit.
He is the only MLB pitcher to do that in a playoff sweep.
How it unfolded
- 2021Baker made his MLB debut with the Blue Jays.
- 2024He scuffled and was up and down with the Orioles.
- 2025He bounced back through improved control and top-tier strikeout stuff.