Cade Smith Strikes Out the Side to Secure Ninth Save of Season

Cade Smith earned his ninth save of the year on Wednesday, preserving a 3-1 victory for his club against the Royals. Smith was dominant in the ninth inning, striking out three batters while allowing only one hit to shut the door. Despite the team designation in the records, his performance remains a highlight of the relief corps' efficiency, demonstrating his ability to handle high-pressure closing situations with high-velocity strikeout stuff.