Measuring the Effectiveness of Closers

The Save
(Late inning statistical tool)

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  • A save is awarded to a pitcher for preserving...
  • a close lead in perilous late-inning circumstances...
  • in which the potential tying or winning runs...
  • are on base, at bat, or in the on-deck circle!
  • A good closer makes fans and teammates sweat a little!
  • But he'll close the deal when the game is on the line!

    • Did you know that

    The Save is a statistical category that was invented
    by the great Chicago sportswriter, Jerome Holtzman?

    Related topic: Blown Save
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