Best CAL Reliever Named Sunday, October 4th , 2026
He may only be 24, but Ken Smith of the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes has already established himself as one of the elite relievers in the California League.
The reliever was today named the CAL Reliever of the Year winner for 2026.
He won the award with a strong year that saw him put up 31 saves in 50 relief appearances and 62 strikeouts in 54 innings. He had a record of 4-3 to go with his 2.00 ERA.