Unveiling MLB’s Ultimate Closer: The Untold Stories Behind the Most Saves in History
4. 36 – Todd Worrell, St. Louis Cardinals (1986)
An under-appreciated reliever of the 1980s and ‘90s, Worrell saved 256 games in his career with a 3.09 ERA.
It all started in 1985, when he threw 21.2 innings with a 2.91 ERA. The next season, the three-time All-Star was installed as the full-time closer and led the league with 36 saves on the way to Rookie of the Year honors.
5. 35 – Jonathan Papelbon, Boston Red Sox (2006)
Papelbon took the closer reigns in his first full season with the Red Sox in 2006 and never looked back, making the All-Star Game in his first four full seasons in the big leagues.


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