Josh Hader is the clear leader in WAR among relievers in the National League. His 3.3 WAR is over a full point higher than Craig Stammen and his 2.2 WAR. By every measure, Hader has been fantastic for the Milwaukee Brewers, but is he a Cy Young candidate?
What are the actual numbers?
Hader owns a 2.02 ERA in 75 2/3 innings of work. He’s walked only 26 and racked up 133 strikeouts. He’s also racked up six wins, 11 saves, and 20 holds in 50 games. Hader has only blown four saves, been stuck with one loss, and he’s only given up six homers.