Pagán had a save-less week but remains in the Reds’ late-inning mix; a constant factor in bullpen dynamics as the season winds down.

Pagán took the ninth with the Reds’ lead in hand but encountered two singles and a tumult, ending in a blown save as Brendon Little closed the frame. It was a rare miscue in a year of bullpen volatility, underscoring the Reds’ late-inning risk and Toronto’s opportunity to exploit uneven relief performance.

Pagán remains in Hold For Now as Reds’ closer usage oscillates. His recent save drought and managerial reluctance to overextend him keep him a hedge rather than a certainty. In redraft leagues, Pagán’s value hinges on saves; until the Reds stabilize, retain him but don’t overpay.

Pagán shouldered the loss in a tight late-innings frame for CIN. His role as closer in high-leverage situations makes him a risky but potentially rewarding fortification in fantasy saves leagues when CIN needs a stoppage late.

Pagán’s ninth-inning appearance highlighted closer-usage volatility as two walks opened the frame and a tying run crossed on a De La Cruz error. His role remains a bellwether for saves and holds in Reds leagues.