Being able to shut things down at the end of the game is key to a teams success. These top 10 RP in MLB right now have been the best at doing it this season:
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 has reached 30 saves for the first time in his career. He continues to close out games as Seattle continues their hunt for the playoffs.
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 was on pace for a fifth consecutive season with 30+ savesbefore enduring a shoulder injury. Houston needs Hader healthy when the playoffs start.
3. Aroldis Chapman, Boston Red Sox
Jul 10, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman (44) pitches against the Tampa Bay Rays during the ninth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
Boston has their eyes set on the playoffs with Chapman anchoring the ninth innings of ball games. Chapman will be heavily relied upon as the season winds down.
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 continues to close out games as the Mets stake their claim for a playoff spot. He 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
The Giants are out of the playoff push but have an excellent bullpen arm in Randy Rodriguez. His strong season has seen him post a sub-1.80 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 continues to close out games as Cincinnati makes a run for a playoff spot. He 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
The AL West leading Astros continue to rely upon Abreu out of the bullpen. He 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 continues to be a force out of the bullpen for the NL Central leading Brewers. His 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
The Padres lead the NL West and Robert Suarez continues to lockdown games in the ninth inning. He is tied for the MLB leadin 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
Kansas City is pushing for a playoff spot with Estevez assuming the ninth inning duties. He is currently tied for the MLB lead in saves.
By Louis Friedl 
Angel Atienza-Romero