Much like it is now with Kenley Jansen closing out games, there was a period for the Los Angeles Dodgers when a lead in the ninth inning all but guaranteed a win. From 2002-04, that confidence was provided by Eric Gagne.
During that three year stretch, Gagne converted a Major-League record 84 consecutive saves for the Dodgers. His fastball and changeup mix proved to be nearly unhittable. Gagne last pitched in the Majors for the Milwaukee Brewers in 2008, but this past spring made it known that he was attempting a comeback.
While serving as a pitching instructor at Dodgers Spring Training, Gagne was also throwing bullpen sessions as preparation for the 2017 World Baseball Classic and to audition for teams.