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 are in the books. The All-Star game is over a month away, and several players have stated their case for their respective league’s All-Star roster. A handful of players are on the cusp of an All-Star berth, with enough time to justify their selections. Below are the power rankings for Week 11’s Top 10 relief pitchers.
1. Andres Munoz, Seattle Mariners
Apr 27, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (29) and relief pitcher Andres Munoz (75) celebrate after a game against the Miami Marlins at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images
Munoz continues his strong season with a 1.09 ERA, 0.81 WHIP, 17 saves, and 31 strikeouts in 24.2 innings.
2. 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)
A perfect 14 for 14 in save chances, Hader has a 1.50 ERA, 0.79 WHIP, and 35 strikeouts in 24 innings.
3. 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
Leading MLB with 18 saves, Suarez owns a 2.22 ERA, 0.82 WHIP, and 26 strikeouts.
4. 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
One of the best closers this season, the Royals’ ninth-inning man has a 1.85 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, and 15 saves.
5. 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
The Cincinnati closer has a 0.90 WHIP, 14 saves, and 30 strikeouts in 25.2 innings.
6. 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 perfect in his 12 save chances with a 2.31 ERA, 0.94 WHIP, and 34 strikeouts in 23.1 innings.
7. Jhoan Duran, Minnesota Twins
May 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Jhoan Duran (59) celebrates his teams win against the Baltimore Orioles during the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
On the season, Duran has a 1.03 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, nine saves, and 31 strikeouts.
8. Jeff Hoffman, Toronto Blue Jays
Mar 30, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jeff Hoffman (23) throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
Hoffman has 12 saves with 35 strikeouts in 24.1 innings.
9. 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
The Nationals’ closer has 16 saves in 19 opportunities.
10. Mason Miller, Athletics
OAKLAND, CA – APRIL 17: Mason Miller #19 of the Oakland Athletics pitches during the game against the St. Louis Cardinals at the Oakland Coliseum on April 17, 2024 in Oakland, California. The Athletics defeated the Cardinals 6-3. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images)
Ready to put the past month behind him, Miller has 12 saves with 36 strikeouts in 18.2 innings.
