Closing pitcher Brad Hand #33 of the Cleveland Indians pitches during the ninth inning of Game Two of the American League Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees at Progressive Field on September 30, 2020 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Yankees defeated the Indians 10-9. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Washington has found their new closer.
For years, Washington’s Achilles heel has been their bullpen. Starting in 2012, the bullpen has let the team down and time again, playing a crucial part in multiple playoff meltdowns. After numerous attempts to fix the problem, the bullpen hit rock bottom in 2019.