San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller is in the midst of one of the most dominant stretches in Major League Baseball history. Miller has opened the 2026 season with 11.1 consecutive scoreless innings. He's allowed just two hits and two walks while going 8-for-8 in save opportunities. He's struck out 27 of the 38 batters he's faced. His 71.1% strikeout rate is the highest by a pitcher in his first 11 appearances of a season since at least 1900, per MLB researcher Sarah Langs. Mason Miller this season: 27 strikeouts, 38 batters faced That 71.1% strikeout rate is the highest by a pitcher in his first 11 appearances of a season since at least 1900 https://t.co/yKIPgYczE6 — Sarah Langs (@SlangsOnSports) April 19, 2026 Miller's dominance dates back to last season, when he was acquired by the Padres ahead of the 2025 trade deadline in a blockbuster deal with the Athletics. Miller allowed two earned runs in his second appearance with the team on Aug. 5. He hasn't allowed one since.…