Mar 29, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Josh Hader (71) delivers a pitch during the ninth inning against the New York Mets at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
The first two months of the 2025 season have flown by. Numerous players are off to hot starts, stating their case for All-Star spots and leading their teams atop their respective divisions. Below is a look at Week 10’s power rankings for relief pitchers.
1. Andres Munoz, Seattle Mariners
Sep 22, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Andres Munoz (75) pitches against the Texas Rangers during the ninth inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Munoz has a 0.00 ERA, 0.71 WHIP, 17 saves, and 28 strikeouts in 22.2 innings.
2. Robert Suarez, San Diego Padres
Mar 27, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres relief pitcher Robert Suarez (75) reacts after pitching during the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
Suarez has a 0.90 WHIP, 16 saves, and 22 strikeouts in 21 innings.
3. Josh Hader, Houston Astros
HOUSTON, TEXAS – AUGUST 18: Josh Hader #71 of the Houston Astros reacts to the win over Chicago White Sox at Minute Maid Park on August 18, 2024 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Maria Lysaker/Getty Images)
Hader has a 1.57 ERA, 0.78 WHIP, 13 saves, and 32 strikeouts in 23 innings.
4. Emilio Pagan, Cincinnati Reds
Apr 12, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Emilio Pagan (15) pitches against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the ninth inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
Pagan owns a 0.88 WHIP and 13 saves in 15 chances.
5. Carlos Estevez, Kansas City Royals
Apr 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Carlos Estevez (53) reacts after striking out Cleveland Guardians first baseman Kyle Manzardo (9)in the ninth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images
Estevez has a 2.05 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, and 14 saves.
6. Kyle Finnegan, Washington Nationals
Apr 6, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals pitcher Kyle Finnegan (67) throws the ball during the ninth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images
Finnegan has 15 saves in 18 chances.
7. Edwin Diaz, New York Mets
MIAMI, FLORIDA – MAY 18: Edwin Díaz #39 of the New York Mets pitches during a game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on May 18, 2024 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)
Diaz has a 0.98 WHIP, 11 saves, and 30 strikeouts in 21.1 innings.
8. Tanner Scott, Los Angeles Dodgers
Mar 28, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tanner Scott (66) pitches during the ninth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Scott has a 0.97 WHIP, 10 saves, and 25 strikeouts in 23.2 innings.
9. Luke Weaver, New York Yankees
CLEVELAND, OHIO – APRIL 14: Relief pitcher Luke Weaver #30 of the New York Yankees pitches during the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on April 14, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Guardians defeated the Yankees 8-7 in the 10th inning. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Weaver has only allowed two ER all year and has taken over the closer’s job in New York.
10. Mason Miller, Athletics
Apr 25, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics pitcher Mason Miller (19) celebrates with catcher Shea Langeliers (23) after defeating the Chicago White Sox at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images
Miller has 11 saves and leads all closers with 35 strikeouts.
