In April 2025, MLB's elite closers faced major challenges, most notably Emmanuel Clase of the Cleveland Guardians, who posted a troubling 6.75 ERA after a stellar 2024 season. After a series of disastrous outings that included a blown save and multiple runs allowed, Clase found some success in late April with five appearances yielding one earned run. Other notable closers like Devin Williams and Ryan Pressly also struggled, further highlighting a concerning trend for top relievers in the league early in the season.
Emmanuel Clase's April struggle marked a stark contrast to his record-breaking 2024 season, prompting concern about potential long-term issues impacting elite closers.
The rough performance of quality closers like Clase, Williams, and Pressly in April signals a larger trend affecting MLB's elite bullpen arms early in the season.
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