🐐 MLB CLOSER GOATS 🐐
The bullpen gates are locked. The legends are loose.
Meet the true kings of the 9th inning — the ones who made hitters pray for rain.
👊 LEE SMITH –
🔥 478 saves | 7x All-Star
Feared by hitters and teammates alike. Showed up with the glove, the rosin bag, and that menacing glare. The OG shutdown machine. Cubs royalty.
🎧 TREVOR HOFFMAN –
🔥 601 saves | 2.87 ERA
Entered to “Hells Bells” and left batters ringing. Cool under pressure, goatee always perfect, AC/DC always blasting. Padres icon, sombrero optional.
😈 MARIANO RIVERA –
🔥 652 saves (MLB record) | 0.70 ERA in the postseason
When “Sandman” played, it meant game over. The only unanimous Hall of Famer in MLB history. One pitch. One legend. Yankees closer forever.
🔥 DENNIS ECKERSLEY –
🔥 390 saves | 197 wins | 1 MVP, 1 Cy Young
Invented the one-inning closer role. Rocked a perm, a mustache, and the confidence of a flamethrower. Oakland A’s vibes with Boston swagger.
🌀 ROLLIE FINGERS –
🔥 341 saves | 3x WS champ | Signature ‘stache
The original style icon. Brought flair, finesse, and fire to the mound. That curled mustache isn’t just for show — it’s a warning sign.
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Which closer did YOU fear most in their prime?