The New York Mets have their back end of the bullpen built for 2018, but it’s a unit that involves a lot more drama. AJ Ramos had his first save opportunity with his new team and converted in a 5-4 win over Texas. It wasn’t easy after the Rangers cut the deficit to one on a two-out home run by Robinson Chirinos.
We came to expect these pulsating ninth innings from Jeurys Familia last year. Though he led the league in saves with 51, Familia was also one of four pitchers who had at least 20 saves while walking at least 30 batters.