MLB: Top 7 Relief Pitchers Nailing Down the 9th Inning in 2025 Baseball
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7. Bryan Abreu, Houston Astros
The AL West leading Astros continue to rely upon Bryan Abreu out of the bullpen. He is on pace for a second straight season with 30+ holds.
1. Andres Munoz, Seattle Mariners
Andres Munoz has reached 30 saves for the first time in his career. He continues to close out games as Seattle continues their hunt for the playoffs.
2. Josh Hader, Houston Astros
Josh Hader was on pace for a fifth consecutive season with 30+ saves before enduring a shoulder injury. Houston needs Hader healthy when the playoffs start.
3. Aroldis Chapman, Boston Red Sox
Boston has their eyes set on the playoffs with Aroldis Chapman anchoring the ninth innings of ball games. Chapman will be heavily relied upon as the season winds down.
4. Edwin Diaz, New York Mets
Edwin Diaz continues to close out games as the Mets stake their claim for a playoff spot. He is on pace for 30+ saves for the third time in the last four seasons.
5. Randy Rodriguez, San Francisco Giants
The Giants are out of the playoff push, but have an excellent bullpen arm in Randy Rodriguez. His strong season has seen him post a sub-1.80 ERA, sub-0.90 WHIP, and 12+ K/9.
6. Emilio Pagan, Cincinnati Reds
Emilio Pagan continues to close out games as Cincinnati makes a run for a playoff spot. He has already set a career-best mark for saves in a season.
7. Bryan Abreu, Houston Astros
The AL West leading Astros continue to rely upon Bryan Abreu out of the bullpen. He is on pace for a second straight season with 30+ holds.
1. Andres Munoz, Seattle Mariners
Andres Munoz has reached 30 saves for the first time in his career. He continues to close out games as Seattle continues their hunt for the playoffs.
