MLB
Which Bullpen Duos Are Best at Finishing Games?
Close games are won and lost with the 1-2 punch out of the bullpen. Which teams have the best duos?

Jordan Walden and Craig Kimbrel, Atlanta Braves

ERAFIPHD/SVK/9WHIP
1Jordan Walden2.292.5717/311.71.14
2Craig Kimbrel1.801.550/3714.80.92

There's no shortage of velocity when these two take the mound in Atlanta. Jordan Walden brings some serious heat, throwing his 96.0 MPH heater about 64% of the time. Then he hands the ball to Craig Kimbrel, who average a fastball just one MPH harder, but he throws it over 71% of the time.

Since the start of July, they combined for five earned runs over 34.2 innings, giving the Braves a 1.32 ERA to turn to that duo. Kimbrel has struck out 26 batters in his last 16.2 innings of work and walked seven batters. Since August rolled around, he's only let up one run and converted all five of his save opportunities.

Kimbrel’s 37 saves trail only Francisco Rodriguez for the NL lead, and given Kimbrel’s recent pitching, he should be able to catch up to the Brewer closer.

Prev Next

Related News

How Well Are Baseball's Best Relievers Being Used?

Elliott Evans  --  Aug 19th, 2014

MLB Betting Guide for Friday 8/11/23: The Wrong Team Is Favored at Fenway Park

Austin Swaim  --  Aug 19th, 2014

3 MLB Player Prop Bets to Target on Friday 8/11/23

Thomas Vecchio  --  Aug 19th, 2014