Happy Wednesday, Athletics Nation!
If the season ended today, Brent Rooker would get my vote for A’s MVP of 2024. But I suspect most of us would agree that no other Athletic is dominating on the field the way Mason Miller has throughout his rookie campaign.
Miller is closing in on the A’s record for most saves as a rookie. Keep in mind that the stat was officially created in 1969.
Oakland A's most saves as a rookie:
26 Andrew Bailey, 2009
23 Huston Street, 2005
21 Mason Miller, 2024
14 Ryan Cook, 2012
12 Rollie Fingers, 1969— Jessica Kleinschmidt (@KleinschmidtJD) August 27, 2024With yesterday’s save, Mason now has 22, just four short of the mark with about a month left in the season.