Sammy Solis is 2016’s Matt Albers, a Washington Nationals Spring Training long-shot bullpen arm that turned into a constant, and impressive, option at the backend of games.
During the offseason he seemed to have his spot solidified. At the start of the year, as far as both fans and columnists were concerned, there was little doubt he’d be a big part of the Nationals 2017 season. But, now in September, he just hasn’t been and he’s fighting for his spot in the postseason.
In 2017, Solis pitched in 25 games totaling 22 innings with a 6.