These are the MLB relief pitcher power rankings (top 10):
1. Andres Munoz, Seattle Mariners
Jul 15, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; American League pitcher Andres Munoz (75) of the Seattle Mariners pitches in the eighth inning during the 2025 MLB All Star Game at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Munoz is on pace for his first season with 30+ saves.
2. Josh Hader, Houston Astros
Jul 21, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Josh Hader (71) throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
Hader is on pace for a fifth consecutive season with 30+ saves. He could get there, depending on how long he spends on the IL.
3. Aroldis Chapman, Boston Red Sox
Jul 21, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Aroldis Chapman (44) throws a pitch during the eighth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Chapman’s strong season has seen him reach 350+ career saves.
4. Edwin Diaz, New York Mets
May 26, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz (39) reacts after recording a strike out to end the top of the ninth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Diaz is on pace for 30+ saves in three of the last four seasons.
5. Randy Rodriguez, San Francisco Giants
Jun 5, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Randy Rodriguez (73) returns to the dugout during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
Rodriguez’s strong season has seen him post a sub-1.70 ERA, sub-0.90 WHIP, and 12+ K/9.
6. Emilio Pagan, Cincinnati Reds
Jul 19, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Emilio Pagan (15) follows through on a pitch against the New York Mets during the ninth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Pagan has already set a career-best mark for saves in a season.
7. Bryan Abreu, Houston Astros
Jul 6, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Bryan Abreu (52) delivers in the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Abreu is on pace for a second straight season with 30+ holds.
8. Abner Uribe, Milwaukee Brewers
Jul 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Abner Uribe (45) reacts following the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Uribe’s strong season has seen him set career highs in innings pitched, holds, strikeouts, ERA, and WHIP.
9. Robert Suarez, San Diego Padres
Jul 15, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; National League pitcher Robert Suarez (75) of the San Diego Padres pitches during the ninth inning during the 2025 MLB All Star Game at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Suarez leads MLB in saves.
10. Carlos Estevez, Kansas City Royals
Jul 15, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; American League pitcher Carlos Estevez (53) of the Kansas City Royals reacts in the seventh inning during the 2025 MLB All Star Game at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
By Louis Friedl 
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