​The 2026 MLB season has reached the All-Star Game. This season has shown many players and teams having sensational seasons. Following the All-Star Game, the second half of the season will be in full swing. Here are the top relief pitchers at the midway point of the season.MORE: MLB Rankings: Top 10 catchers at the All-Star breakAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe veteran continues to be elite. He’s had hiccups, but he’s still as good as any Major League closer. By the trade deadline, he will find himself closing out games for a contending MLB team.Megill has been an exception for the first-place Milwaukee Brewers. He is heading for another season with 30+ saves. Megill’s career has aged like fine wine.Save opportunities don’t come by often playing for a team featuring an elite offense. However, Scott has excelled when given the opportunity to close out ball games. He’s been one of the best closers in MLB.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe veteran has been exceptional in 2026. His numbers have earned him an All-Star selection. He is close to leading the league in saves.Smith has been fantastic. He currently leads MLB in saves. He is about as electric as it gets from the closer role.MORE: MLB Rankings: Top 10 second basemen at the All-Star breakPhiladelphia continues to be one of the best spots for Duran. The team is winning, and he is nearly perfect in save opportunities. By the end of the season, Duran can lead the league in saves.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLatz has run away with the closer role in Texas. He has been sensational. A strong second half can see him finish in the top five in saves.Varland continues to lock down games for the Blue Jays. He’s having a fantastic season. If the Blue Jays are sellers, Varland will be a hot trade commodity.Hader has been fantastic since making his long-awaited season debut. He is perfect at saving chances. He will be vital to the team’s success following the All-Star Game.Mason Miller is the most electric relief pitcher in MLB. He’s been the best reliever since the first week of the season. If San Diego is a seller at the trade deadline, Miller will bring a king’s ransom back to the Padres.— Enjoy free coverage of the top news & trending stories on The Big Lead —