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Arizona DiamondbacksTeam: Arizona Diamondbacks
Total Saves: 24
Closer: Shelby Miller
Next in Line: Ryan Thompson , Jalen Beeks
(6/12) Arizona's bullpen was considered a strength entering the 2025 campaign, but injuries have piled up for this unit. First, A.J. Puk (elbow) - who racked up 4 saves over the first few weeks of the season - hit the IL with a left elbow flexor strain. While Puk won't be undergoing surgery, he's currently on the 60-day IL. While Puk has been out, Justin Martinez stepped in as the D-backs' primary closer, but he too landed on the IL after experiencing shoulder fatigue and diminished velocity. Martinez returned from the IL in late-May and appeared to be back in the chair for Arizona, but returned to the IL with a sprained UCL in his right elbow. While the severity of the sprain is still to be determined, even a low-grade sprain could require a lengthy absence, with Tommy John surgery likely being the worst-case scenario. With Arizona's star relievers ailing, manager Torey Lovullo is likely to turn back to some combination of Shelby Miller, Jalen Beeks and Ryan Thompson for saves, with Miller recording the majority of them. Juan Morillo and Kevin Ginkel - who recently returned from the minors - may also join the high-leverage mix.
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Sacramento AthleticsTeam: Sacramento Athletics
Total Saves: 16
Closer: Mason Miller
Next in Line: Tyler Ferguson , T.J. McFarland
(6/10) Despite some hiccups in 2025, Mason Miller has solidified himself as the Athletics' closer, averaging 100.9 mph on his 4-seamer while blowing away opposing hitters at a league-leading 41.7% clip. Unfortunately, the exciting right-hander has battled control problems for well over 1 month. He's issued 10 walks over his last 12.1 innings (since May 1) after permitting just 2 free passes over his first 11 outings. If Miller were to get hurt or be unavailable, Tyler Ferguson (2 saves in 2024) is a candidate for ancillary saves since Jose Leclerc (lat) is on the 60-day IL.
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Atlanta BravesTeam: Atlanta Braves
Total Saves: 11
Closer: Dylan Lee
Next in Line: Raisel Iglesias , Pierce Johnson
(6/24) Dylan Lee recorded Atlanta's first save in over a month, shutting down the Mets on June 23 for his second save of the season. Since June 1, Lee leads Braves' relievers in gmLI (1.25) and WPA (0.81) and appears to have surpassed Raisel Iglesias - who has struggled tremendously this season - in Atlanta's hierarchy for saves. Lee is 11th among qualified relievers with a 0.81 WHIP, but his 1.77 ERA doesn't sync up with his 3.50 FIP. His negative -1.73 ERA-minus-FIP is one of the worst discrepancies in the league among high-leverage relievers. However, Lee last gave up an earned run on May 25, a span of 12 appearances and 13.2 innings during which he's compiled a 17:1 K:BB and 0.37 WHIP. That should give him some security as the Braves closer, even as Iglesias is looking to extend his modest 5-game scoreless streak. Iglesias should get an opportunity to reclaim the closer role for Atlanta, especially as the trade deadline approaches since the free-agent will certainly draw interest from playoff-bound teams.
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- 6/29:A.J. Minter, who logged his first save of the season Tuesday at Philadelphia, has appeared in 3 games in 4 days. This makes Will Smith the likeliest candidate for a save chance if one were to arise Wednesday.
Baltimore OriolesTeam: Baltimore Orioles
Total Saves: 19
Closer: Felix Bautista
Next in Line: Bryan Baker , Seranthony Dominguez
(6/10) Baltimore's bullpen ranks 26th with a 4.87 ERA through early June, but their leverage ladder is fairly straightforward with Felix Bautista anchoring the back-end of their pen. "The Mountain" has racked up 12 of the Orioles' 15 saves for a 75% team save share, and while he's still working to regain his velocity after losing a few miles per hour on average on his sinker (97.1 mph compared to 99.5 mph prior to Tommy John surgery), his stability as the O's closer remains high. Bryan Baker has ascended this hierarchy with his solid performance over the first 2+ months. Baker has picked up 2 saves since June 1 and is the clear next-in-line if Bautista were to get hurt, seemingly overtaking Dominguez, Kittredge, Soto and Cano, whom all have closing experience.
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Boston Red SoxTeam: Boston Red Sox
Total Saves: 22
Closer: Committee
(6/12) Chapman was named Boston's closer late in spring training and currently leads the Red Sox with 12 of the team's 17 saves through mid-June. The southpaw has been outstanding, increasing his First Pitch Strike Percentage (71.8%) by 14 percent over his career average. This has correlated with a nearly career-best 8.2% walk rate. If Chapman continues pitching at this level, he'll be primed to finish 2025 with much better ratios than initially projected. Justin Slaten picked up 3 saves early in the season, but is currently shelved with shoulder fatigue. Similarly, Liam Hendriks is dealing with a hip issue, leaving Boston without 2 of their high-leverage stalwarts. In their stead, Garrett Whitlock, Greg Weissert and Justin Wilson have stepped into setup roles while Chapman holds down the 9th inning.
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- 6/27:Tanner Houck was placed on the restricted list Monday prior to Boston's three-game series at Toronto. Matt Strahm and John Schreiber are the likeliest candidates for save opportunities should any arise during the series.
- 10/11:Hansel Robles exited Game 3 of the ALDS on Sunday due to a stomach illness after allowing two runs in two-thirds of an inning. He should be considered day-to-day due to his illness. Assuming he tests negative for COVID-19, it wouldn't be surprising to see the right-hander available for Game 4 on Monday. It was the first earned run he's allowed since August 29.
- 10/5:Entering tonight's AL Wild Card game against the Yankees, Hansel Robles has not allowed an earned run in 15 consecutive outings. Both he and Adam Ottavino enter tonight's contest with two-days rest, while Garrett Richards and Garrett Whitlock have had one day of rest after both pitched on Sunday.
Chicago CubsTeam: Chicago Cubs
Total Saves: 18
Closer: Daniel Palencia
Next in Line: Ryan Pressly , Porter Hodge
(6/12) With Porter Hodge dealing with an oblique injury, Daniel Palencia has emerged as the Cubs' top closing option. Palencia has picked up 5 saves over the past 2 weeks or so and has maintained solid ratios - 1.96 ERA (2.72 FIP), 1.00 WHIP across 23 innings - this season thanks to a 99 mph fastball that he throws 73% of the time. However, the 25-year-old right-hander's stability remains low, as he's walking batters at a 10 percent clip. The Cubs figure to be very active on the relief pitcher market as well, which could impact Palencia's role depending on who they might acquire. In the meantime, Ryan Pressly - who opened 2025 as the team's closer - could push his way back into the mix for saves. The veteran has gone scoreless in 23 of his last 24 outings, with the only blemish being the 8 ER disaster outing. Brad Keller has been outstanding this season as well and currently leads Chicago with 9 holds.
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Cincinnati RedsTeam: Cincinnati Reds
Total Saves: 21
Closer: Emilio Pagan
(6/12) Emilio Pagan was presumed to be filling in at closer while Alexis Diaz was sidelined by a hamstring injury, but Diaz struggled after coming off the injured list, was demoted to the minors and eventually traded. Pagan now has some fairly high job security, securing 16 of the team's 19 saves through early June. Pagan's home run rate has always been an issue, but he doesn't walk many batters and has a strikeout rate over 30 percent. If Pagan were to falter or get hurt, Tony Santillan should be next in line for saves. He leads Cincinnati in holds and has already picked up 2 ancillary saves in 2025. Graham Ashcraft is interesting as he continues his transition to a relief role, while Scott Barlow and Taylor Rogers have experience in the ninth inning if manager Terry Francona elects to make a switch in the future. Rookie Luis Mey may also be a dark horse for saves at some point in the future, as the right-hander has closing experience in the minors, and his pedigree as one of the organization's top prospects could help him get high-leverage chances. For now, Pagan is the clear No. 1 option for saves until he experiences a significant stumble, which given his inconsistent track record may only be a matter of time.
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Cleveland GuardiansTeam: Cleveland Guardians
Total Saves: 23
Closer: Emmanuel Clase
Next in Line: Cade Smith , Hunter Gaddis
(6/12) Emmanuel Clase has been the best closer in baseball over the past few seasons, but he labored during last year's playoffs and those struggles carried over into the first month of the 2025 campaign. However, since May 1, Clase has allowed just 1 ER over his last 15 outings, recording an impressive 0.57 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 17:2 K:BB over 15.2 innings. His stability is no longer in question after Cade Smith tallied 3 consecutive saves for the Guardians back in late-April. Another positive sign is Clase's career-best 18.4% swinging strike percentage. While that has yet to translate into an elite K-rate (24.6%), he continues to limit the number of free passes he allows, as his 4% walk rate is a top-10 mark among qualified relievers. Start the reigning AL Reliever of the Year with confidence, though if his struggles return, it's clear Smith is next-man-up for save chances in Cleveland.
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- 7/1:Emmanuel Clase has appeared in each of the last 3 games. It's likely that Eli Morgan or Trevor Stephan would receive a save chance if one were to arise tonight against the Yankees.
Colorado RockiesTeam: Colorado Rockies
Total Saves: 13
Closer: Committee
(6/12) Colorado's 12 wins are last in MLB by a significant margin, but the club ranks T-28th with 10 saves. Zach Agnos leads the way with four saves, but he's struggled mightily in June with a 18.56 ERA and 2.81 WHIP while serving up at least 1 ER in 5 of his 6 appearances this month. With Agnos currently struggling, the Rockies have turned to Seth Halvorsen and Tyler Kinley for its most recent saves. Halvorsen has previously demonstrated the strikeout upside that one would seek from a closer, but his 22% strikeout rate is currently underwhelming. Kinley has the most experience with 20 career saves, but his 15.7% walk rate leaves a lot to be desired. Meanwhile, Victor Vodnik tallied a save earlier this season and currently sports excellent ratios. He's riding a 7-game scoreless streak since returning from the IL and could leapfrog Halvorsen and Agnos in this loose closer committee. Just keep in mind that there's not much fantasy upside for save-needy teams in the Colorado pen.
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Chicago White SoxTeam: Chicago White Sox
Total Saves: 8
Closer: Committee
(6/9) The White Sox rank 23rd in bullpen ERA at 4.40, but rank 30th with only 6 saves as a team through early June. It has been difficult to identify a favorite in this clubhouse for save opportunities, as 6 different relievers have tallied one save apiece. Dan Altavilla recorded the most recent save for Chicago, but perhaps more clarity is on the horizon with the club calling up one of their top prospects. Grant Taylor has been outstanding for Double-A Birmingham this season, racking up 37 strikeouts across 26.2 innings with a 1.01 ERA and 0.88 WHIP. The White Sox may insert Taylor into their high-leverage plans right away based on his statistics alone. For now, Jordan Leasure and Steven Wilson appears to be the most trusted relievers for manager Will Venable.
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Detroit TigersTeam: Detroit Tigers
Total Saves: 23
Closer: Committee
(6/13) Detroit's closing situation was one of the blurriest in the league to begin the season, but Will Vest has settled in as the clear top option in the Tigers' bullpen. Vest didn't collect his first save of 2025 until April 19, but he's recorded 8 of the Tigers' last 10 saves and has 12 overall through mid-June. Tommy Kahnle ranks second on the team with 8 saves and leads the Tigers with 9 holds. Both pitchers have maintained excellent ratios, as does Brant Hurter who has picked up a couple of three-inning saves for Detroit. Tyler Holton has not pitched to expectations thus far, but remains an important leverage reliever.
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Houston AstrosTeam: Houston Astros
Total Saves: 22
Closer: Josh Hader
Next in Line: Bryan Abreu , Bryan King
(6/12) Josh Hader's stability as the Astros' closer is as high as it comes compared to other closers in the league. He's currently tied for 5th with 17 saves through mid-June and ranks 2nd among qualified relievers with a 33.6% K-BB percentage. While his velocity is down slightly on his offerings, he continues to be effective with his 95 mph sinker while throwing more sliders (41% usage, a +13% difference from 2024). Hader's 1.81 SIERA ranks third among closers and he's only given up 2 home runs through 28 innings. Bryan Abreu is the clear backup for closing duties, although Steven Okert (0.60 WHIP) could be called upon for an occasional ancillary save.
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- 7/1:Ryan Pressly has recorded a Save in each of the past 2 days. He has yet to work 3 games in a row this season, so it's likely a save chance would go to Rafael Montero on Friday.
- 9/29:Ryan Pressly is currently managing a knee issue and hasn't pitched since Saturday. Kendall Graveman was placed on the paternity list Tuesday. Look for Ryne Stanek or Yimi Garcia as the favorites to pitch in potential save opportunities for the next couple days if Pressley remains unavailable.
Kansas City RoyalsTeam: Kansas City Royals
Total Saves: 25
Closer: Carlos Estevez
Next in Line: Lucas Erceg , John Schreiber
(6/13) Carlos Estevez is among the league leaders with 19 saves (2nd) through mid-June. Estevez - who inked a two-year, $20.2 million contract in late January - has pitched well for the Royals with a 1.88 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 27:13 K:BB over 28.2 innings. He currently sports an 86.3% team save share, while Lucas Erceg has typically taken on the highest-leverage spots prior to the ninth inning. Erceg recorded his lone save of the season in late April, but he has 13 holds and could still approach double-digit saves as the season progresses given his high-leverage prowess. Hunter Harvey (shoulder), who was also acquired by Kansas City ahead of last summer's trade deadline, started off the campaign with 5.1 scoreless frames but is out due to a shoulder strain without a clear timeline to return. John Schreiber also continues to perform in a high-leverage role and has eight holds with a 3.38 ERA and 30 strikeouts in 26.2 outings.
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Los Angeles AngelsTeam: Los Angeles Angels
Total Saves: 20
Closer: Kenley Jansen Day-To-Day
Next in Line: Reid Detmers , Ryan Zeferjahn
(6/13) Kenley Jansen's stability took a slight hit during the month of May, but he's rebounded with five scoreless outings through six June appearances. The veteran right-hander has moved up the saves leaderboard, as he's sitting on 14 saves (T-8th) through mid-June, giving him a chance to reach 30 saves for the first time since 2022. With Ben Joyce (shoulder) out for the year, there is no clear alternative for save chances, so it will be interesting if the Angels elect to trade Jansen at the deadline this summer. Reid Detmers figures to be next-in-line, as he's logged the first 2 saves of his career during this month. Ryan Zeferjahn picked up a save earlier this year, but has struggled of late, while Robert Stephenson (biceps) could join the high-leverage mix once he returns from the IL.
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Los Angeles DodgersTeam: Los Angeles Dodgers
Total Saves: 25
Closer: Committee
(6/17) Five Dodgers relievers combined for 6 saves last month, with Tanner Scott only picking up two. However, the southpaw still leads the team with 13 saves while recording 3 of the last 5 for Los Angeles, thus remaining the best choice for fantasy managers out of this pen. His stability has taken a slight hit, though, as Kirby Yates - who picked up the team's most recent save in game Scott pitched the 8th inning against San Diego's 3-4-5 pocket - is now healthy. Yates has 97 career saves (29 more than Scott) and could easily pick up some extended run in the ninth inning thanks to his team-leading 36.2% strikeout rate. Alex Vesia remains in the mix for saves as well due to his near-30% K-BB percentage and team-leading 12 holds.
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- 10/14:Corey Knebel will serve as the opener for Thursday's NLDS Game 5 matchup against the Giants. Knebel filled the opener role four times during the regular season, allowing one run in a combined 5.2 innings of work. Julio Urias is expected to follow him in bulk relief.
- 10/6:The Dodgers' highest-leverage relievers are well rested, as Jansen, Treinen and Vesia enter Wednesday's NL Wild Card game against the Cardinals on 4 days rest.
Miami MarlinsTeam: Miami Marlins
Total Saves: 16
Closer: Calvin Faucher
Next in Line: Ronny Henriquez , Anthony Bender
(6/13) With Jesus Tinoco (forearm) on the IL, Calvin Faucher has taken over the team lead with 5 saves (41.6% team save share) through mid-June. Faucher has recorded Miami's three most-recent saves, while Ronny Henriquez and Anthony Bender hold down setup roles. While the Marlins rank 27th in the league with 12 saves through mid-June, thus limiting the fantasy upside these relievers may provide for the saves category, the current hierarchy seems pretty clear. While Faucher is currently leading this group, Henriquez is most exciting with a 31.4% strikeout rate and 17.3% swinging strike percentage. That puts him firmly in the mix as a potential closer candidate, though he lacks the high-leverage experience that Faucher and Bender have.
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Milwaukee BrewersTeam: Milwaukee Brewers
Total Saves: 21
Closer: Trevor Megill
Next in Line: Abner Uribe , Nick Mears
(6/16) Trevor Megill has gone 15-for-17 in save opportunities with a respectable 27.6% strikeout rate, thus maintaining his grasp on closing duties in Milwaukee. Given Megill's durability concerns in the past, the Brewers have monitored the right-hander's usage thus far, limiting him to just 24.1 innings through mid-June, which is the 3rd-fewest among relievers with 14 or more saves. This has worked thus far, as he currently doesn't appear to have competition for saves despite Milwaukee having a couple other intriguing high-leverage options. Abner Uribe leads the league with 19 holds and has maintained excellent ratios while recording triple-digit heat on the radar gun. In addition, Nick Mears has lived up to the potential that led to Milwaukee acquiring him at the trade deadline last year.
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Minnesota TwinsTeam: Minnesota Twins
Total Saves: 14
Closer: Jhoan Duran
Next in Line: Griffin Jax , Louis Varland
(6/16) Minnesota is 27th in the league with 14 saves through mid-June, but there are no questions as to who the Twins' closer is. Jhoan Duran currently has 10 of those saves for a 71.4% team save share that would be the highest mark of his career to date. Duran has yet to allow a home run through 33 innings in 2025 and he's maintained excellent ratios while still averaging triple-digits on his fastball. Surprisingly, Griffin Jax has yet to pick up a save this season after securing 10 last year. Jax sports a near-40% K-rate and leads the Twins with 16 holds. Louis Varland has pitched extremely well during his shift to full-time reliever. Cole Sands and lefty Danny Coulombe have picked up 2 ancillary saves apiece.
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New York MetsTeam: New York Mets
Total Saves: 22
Closer: Edwin Diaz
Next in Line: Reed Garrett , Ryne Stanek
(6/13) Diaz has gone scoreless in 17 of his last 18 outings, posting a 0.48 ERA, 0.75 WHIP and 27:6 K:BB across 18.2 innings during that span. He's 15-for-16 in save chances in 2025 and is well on his way to posting the 5th 30-save season of his career. Meanwhile, Reed Garrett and Huascar Brazoban have been stellar in setup roles this season. Their roles may fluctuate in the coming weeks, as New York figures to be active on the relief pitcher market near the trade deadline, but Diaz's stability as the Mets' closer remains incredibly high.
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New York YankeesTeam: New York Yankees
Total Saves: 22
Closer: Committee
(6/16) Devin Williams entered the campaign as arguably the most dominant reliever in baseball since making his debut in 2020, but his first month-and-a-half with the Yankees was a disaster. Manager Aaron Boone removed him from the closer role, allowing Luke Weaver to reclaim the job he held during the end of the 2024 campaign and throughout last year's playoffs. However, Weaver's hamstring injury has allowed Williams to return the closer role where he's most comfortable, and he's done a good job since, closing out all three games he's been asked to. He's now up to 9 saves on the year with 32 strikeouts, a 1.30 WHIP and a 5.68 ERA across 25.1 innings pitched. Those are flashy numbers, but since May 1, Williams sports a 3.52 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and 22:4 K:BB over 15.1 innings. Pitching like this should improve his chances of keeping the closer role even when Weaver returns, but Weaver has been outstanding in 2025 as well and could force his way back into a timeshare of sorts.
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- 7/1:Aroldis Chapman was activated from the 15-day IL. Clay Holmes has worked 3 games in the last 5 days, but did not pitch yesterday. Don't be surprised if the Yankees elect to give Holmes another day of rest with Chapman back. It's possible Chapman gets the call tonight if a save opportunity were to arise.
- 6/29:Aroldis Chapman is likely to return Friday.
- 10/5:Entering tonight's AL Wild Card game, Aroldis Chapman has a career 6.43 ERA and 2.07 WHIP in 14 innings at Fenway Park. However, he logged a 2.70 ERA against Boston this season with a 8:4 K:BB in 6.2 innings, albeit with two home runs allowed.
- 9/29:Jonathan Loaisiga (shoulder) will likely be activated Wednesday.
Philadelphia PhilliesTeam: Philadelphia Phillies
Total Saves: 24
Closer: Committee
(6/17) Jordan Romano struggled to kick off the 2025 campaign, sporting a bloated double-digit ERA through the end of April. Manager Rob Thomsen even gave him a break from closing, turning to southpaw Jose Alvarado, who dominated before he was handed an 80-game suspension. This allowed Romano to get another shot at closing and the veteran responded to the call, pitching much better in May (2.53 ERA). However, Romano hasn't recorded a save since May 29 and is once again working through a rough patch. Both Orion Kerkering and Matt Strahm have picked up saves for the Phillies this month. As such, Romano's stability takes a hit. Orion Kerkering hasn't displayed much of a strikeout punch so far in 2025, but the 24-year-old may still be viewed as the closer of the future in Philadelphia. Kerkering has been excellent for over a month now, last conceding an earned run back on May 6. The club's bullpen hierarchy is currently unclear and Philadelphia is likely to be aggressive on the relief pitcher market this summer. Roles could fluctuate based on performance.
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Pittsburgh PiratesTeam: Pittsburgh Pirates
Total Saves: 17
Closer: David Bednar
(6/16) David Bednar was demoted to the minors earlier this season after just three appearances, but was called back up by the Pirates in mid-April and has pitched well since returning to the majors. The Pittsburgh native is currently riding a 10-game streak without permitting an earned run and is up to 10 saves in as many chances through mid-June. At one point, it appeared that Bednar was sharing closing duties with Dennis Santana, but Bednar's stability as the Pirates' closer has improved after securing the team's last 6 saves. Save opportunities have been somewhat hard to come by, as Pittsburgh ranks 25th in the saves category, but the club has been playing improved ball (.500) under new manager Don Kelly, lending some optimism that Bednar could still finish the season with 25+ saves. The only thing that might hold him back from approaching that mark is if he's traded this summer. Bednar has been a trade candidate for years now, but Pittsburgh has been reluctant to move the 2-time All-Star.
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San Diego PadresTeam: San Diego Padres
Total Saves: 25
Closer: Robert Suarez
Next in Line: Jason Adam , Jeremiah Estrada
(6/16) The Padres have one of the best records in baseball, which has helped Suarez to a league-leading 21 saves through mid-June. In addition to racking up saves, the right-hander has pitched exceptionally well with a 0.88 WHIP and 33:8 K:BB across 30.2 innings. Suarez has had two 5 ER outings to inflate his ERA, but he's been scored upon just one other time across his other 29 appearances. Trade rumors swirled around Suarez during spring training, but San Diego's hot start will likely keep those discussions at bay for the near future. Jason Adam would be the likely next man up for saves and has also been electric with a team-leading 17 holds. Jeremiah Estrada and Adrian Morejon have also enjoyed strong starts to the campaign.
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Seattle MarinersTeam: Seattle Mariners
Total Saves: 19
Closer: Andres Munoz
(6/16) Munoz is tied for 3rd in the league with 18 saves through mid-June and his stability is very high under new manager Dan Wilson. The right-hander has a 95% team save share and went more than 2 months before allowing his first earned runs of the season. Matt Brash, who made his season-debut May 3rd after a lost 2024 campaign, is riding a scoreless streak of his own. Brash has yet to allow a run through 14 appearances and 12.1 innings as he settles back into setup duties for the Mariners. Collin Snider (forearm) had been a reliable late-inning arm for Seattle before enduring a right forearm flexor strain. Gabe Speier and Carlos Vargas have been occupying setup roles in his stead, but aren't very established options in high-leverage. Seattle is in the thick of the AL Wild Card standings and are likely to be an active on the relief pitcher market this summer.
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San Francisco GiantsTeam: San Francisco Giants
Total Saves: 23
Closer: Camilo Doval
Next in Line: Randy Rodriguez , Ryan Walker
(6/13) Ryan Walker opened the campaign as San Francisco's primary closer, but he and Camilo Doval eventually settled into a committee before manager Bob Melvin officially named Doval as the club's closer on May 28. The role change was deserved, as Doval has looked dominant with a 1.69 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 30:15 K:BB through 32 innings. Meanwhile, Walker has been unable to replicate the 1.91 ERA he posted last season. Randy Rodriguez has supplanted him as the Giants' primary setup man, as the right-hander has struck out batters at a 39.3% clip (3rd among qualified relievers). Rodriguez makes a ton of sense as a speculative closer-in-waiting given Doval's inconsistency over the past year-and-a-half. For now, Doval has some security in the role, but a rough patch in the future may afford Rodriguez an opportunity to close.
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- 5/18:Camilo Doval has recorded a save in 3 straight games for San Francisco. The Giants are off on Thursday, but Doval may get a breather on Friday after his recent heavy usage.
- 10/4:The Giants bullpen gets a much-needed break after winning the NL West. Camilo Doval, in particular, pitched 4 times in 5 days during the final week.
- 10/1:Doval, Rogers and Leone have worked 2 out of the past 3 games, with Rogers throwing 47 pitches over that span. Strong possibility Rogers gets the night off against San Diego.
- 9/30:Doval earned his 2nd big-league save on Wednesday and may be the new closer in San Francisco.
- 9/29:The plans for Jake McGee (oblique) beyond Wednesday aren't entirely clear, but so long as he gets through mound work without any setbacks, a return to the Giants' bullpen for the final regular-season series against the Padres might not be out of the question.
St. Louis CardinalsTeam: St. Louis Cardinals
Total Saves: 19
Closer: Ryan Helsley
Next in Line: Phil Maton , Kyle Leahy
(6/13) After leading MLB with 49 saves to go along with 2.04 ERA last season, it has been slow going for Ryan Helsley through the first few months of 2025. An early-season toe injury could be to blame, as it required him to wear an uncomfortable insert in his cleat and resulted in diminished velocity and poor command. Helsley appeared to rebound in May, leading the league with 9 saves last month, but he's blown 3 consecutive saves to kick off the month of June. His 1.54 WHIP is a bottom-20 mark among qualified relievers, but Helsley still figures to garner plenty of interest on the trade market this summer. The reigning NL Reliever of the Year is in the final year of his contract, but St. Louis is currently in contention for an NL Wild Card spot, so the team may elect to hang onto Helsley. If Helsley is dealt, and Maton is too since he's also on a 1-year deal, Kyle Leahy, JoJo Romero and Riley O'Brien would be candidates to step into the closer role.
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- 10/6:The Cardinals' highest-leverage relievers are well rested, as Gallegos, Cabrera and Reyes enter Wednesday's NL Wild Card game against the Dodgers on 4 days rest, while Garcia is on 3 days rest.
- 10/1:Garcia earned his 2nd save of the season Thursday night as the Cardinals give Gallegos some much deserved rest before the playoffs. Gallegos has logged a new career-high 79.1 innings this season.
Tampa Bay RaysTeam: Tampa Bay Rays
Total Saves: 17
Closer: Pete Fairbanks
Next in Line: Garrett Cleavinger , Edwin Uceta
(6/17) Fairbanks has collected 13 of Tampa Bay's 17 saves through mid-June, which speaks to his stability in the closer role after recording a 70 percent team save share when healthy last season. The right-hander isn't striking many batters out with just a 20.7% K-rate alongside a poor 11.6% walk rate, but he's pitched well otherwise with a 2.22 ERA (2.78 FIP). With back-to-back seasons of 20-plus saves, injuries have been Fairbanks' main concern, as he has yet to make 50 appearances in a campaign across six full-length regular seasons, so he seems likely to hit the shelf at some point in 2025. Eric Orze is the only other Rays reliever with multiple saves (2), while Mason Montgomery and Garrett Cleavinger have added one apiece. Cleavinger and Edwin Uceta continue to operate as setup men after combining for 11 saves last year.
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- 10/11:Collin McHugh will serve as the Rays' opening pitcher Monday against the Red Sox as part of a bullpen day in Game 4 of the ALDS, Manager Kevin Cash hasn't appointed a primary pitcher to work behind McHugh, as the Rays will instead likely turn to a cadre of arms to fill innings out of the bullpen. Josh Fleming, JT Chargois, Pete Fairbanks, J.P. Feyereisen, Andrew Kittredge and Matt Wisler tossed 20 pitches or fewer in Sunday's 13-inning loss, so the Tampa Bay bullpen should be relatively fresh for Monday's contest.
Texas RangersTeam: Texas Rangers
Total Saves: 21
Closer: Robert Garcia
Next in Line: Luke Jackson , Chris Martin
(6/17) While Robert Garcia has recorded 4 of the Rangers' last 6 saves, Luke Jackson - who opened 2025 as the team's closer - is pitching much better of late. Since May 1, Jackson sports a 1.50 ERA and 1.25 WHIP across 12 innings, though his K:BB over that span isn't very impressive. Jackson recorded Texas' most recent save, a sign that he could be back in the mix for save opportunities, but it's worth noting that Robert Garcia pitched 2 straight days prior to that outing. Jackson did as well, but still got the nod in the 9th inning against the White Sox' 7-8-9 lineup pocket. Jackson leads Texas with 9 of the team's 20 saves, but he has the worst stats among the high-leverage arms in this bullpen. Garcia, Chris Martin and even Shawn Armstrong have demonstrated better skills through mid-June. Keep an eye on Jackson's usage over the next week or two to confirm whether he re-enters the mix for save chances. For now, Garcia remains atop this hierarchy as the team's most trusted option for the 9th inning.
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Toronto Blue JaysTeam: Toronto Blue Jays
Total Saves: 23
Closer: Jeff Hoffman
(6/16) After inking a three-year, $33 million contract with the Blue Jays in January, Hoffman had a dominant start to the year as the club's closer. However, the right-hander hit a rough patch in May (13.50 ERA) to inflate his overall ERA. Yet, Hoffman's stability remains high for Toronto based on his 35.2% strikeout rate and 28.7 K-BB percentage that ranks 10th among qualified relievers. Yimi Garcia (shoulder) picked up 3 ancillary saves before suffering a shoulder injury, but recently completed a bullpen session and could be returning to this hierarchy soon. In the interim, Brendon Little, Yariel Rodriguez and Chad Green have held down setup duties in Garcia's absence.
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Washington NationalsTeam: Washington Nationals
Total Saves: 19
Closer: Kyle Finnegan
Next in Line: Jose Ferrer , Cole Henry
(6/16) After finishing third in the league with 38 saves last year, Kyle Finnegan is once again near the top of the leaderboard with 18 saves (T-3rd) through mid-June. The right-hander's 95% team save share was highest among closers in 2024 and he's once again getting his number called for the majority of the Nationals' save opportunities, recording 95% of the team's saves thus far. Finnegan's middling ratios aren't what you'd like from a closer, but in the volatile 2025 closer landscape, you'll take what you can get. His stability in the role will likely remain high until closer to the trade deadline, where his name will most certainly be on the block for any playoff contenders in need of a high-leverage arm. Jose Ferrer hasn't pitched well this season, but leads the team with 13 holds and represents a likely next-man-up if Finnegan falters or is traded. Keep an eye on Jackson Rutledge, who shifted to a multi-inning relief role this year after struggling in the minors as a starter. He's been struggling since late-May, but could earn more high-leverage opportunities if he can keep his walks down.
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- 9/23:Tanner Rainey earned the save for the Nationals last night and has worked 3 out of the last 4 games. Expect Kyle Finnegan, who hasn't pitched since Sept. 19, to get the save chance if one presents itself against the Cardinals tonight.