"While WAR isn't the best indicator of who the best relievers are, impact is very subjective. Of course Daniel Hudson and Sean Doolittle were the stars of the 2019 World Series bullpen, and they have to be on this list. Then you have the team's first closer in Chad Cordero. And we will never know if Jose A. Ferrer was going to be the Nats greatest reliever because he was traded in this offseason."
"However you might not know what a great mentor that Capps was to pitchers like Tyler Clippard and Drew Storen. Listen to this TalkNats Podcast that went live this week ( and please HIT the SUBSCRIBE button): So while Capps and Ferrer get honorable mentions, they didn't make our Top-8. And coming up with a true first pick doesn't even feel fair. Based on longevity, Tyler Clippard would be on top."
Reliever impact for the Nationals is evaluated subjectively rather than strictly by WAR. Daniel Hudson and Sean Doolittle anchored the 2019 World Series bullpen and are essential inclusions. Chad Cordero stands out as the team’s first closer and leads in saves, with Kyle Finnegan closely following. Tyler Clippard ranks highly based on longevity. Matt Capps delivered 47 games and 26 saves in 2010, earning a trade return of Wilson Ramos and providing mentorship to younger pitchers. Jose A. Ferrer and Capps receive honorable mentions but do not make the Top-8 list.
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