Unveiling MLB’s Ultimate Closer: The Untold Stories Behind the Most Saves in History
Although his teammate Derek Jeter got most of the credit for clutch play, few players hold a playoff resume as impressive as Rivera.
2. 20 – Kenley Jansen*
Twenty saves don’t seem quite as impressive when comparing it to Rivera, but Jansen holds the National League record as a stalwart in the Dodgers bullpen for years.
3. 18 – Brad Lidge
As highlighted above, Lidge rebounded nicely from a low postseason moment in 2005 to establish himself as one of the best postseason relievers ever. He had a career 2.18 ERA in the playoffs with 62 strikeouts in 45.1 innings.


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