Why Smith stands out among AL Reliever of the Year finalists
Jasmine Lee
Jasmine Lee
Sports Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Jasmine, a graduate of Kent State University, has spent the last five years covering local sports for several Cleveland outlets, including WKYC. With her deep passion for athletics, she brings a fresh and engaging perspective to reporting on the city’s teams and athletes.
More from Jasmine →Sports Reporter · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 6:12 PM · 1 min read
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The inaugural BBWAA American League Reliever of the Year award was up for a vote, and the case for Cade Smith was straightforward: nobody in the American League had a more dominant season out of the bullpen.