“The clear winner, with a score of 78.3, was current Yankees closer Mariano Rivera. Since 1995, when former general manager Gene Michael decided to give Mr. Rivera a shot rather than trade him to the Tigers, the man they call “Mo” has changed the course of the franchise. He has converted nearly 90% of his save opportunities, making him one of the most reliable pitchers in history with the game in the balance. The higher the stakes, the better he has been, allowing fewer walks, hits and runs per game in the postseason than he has in the regular season.”

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Tags: Andy Pettitte, David Wells, Goose Gossage, Mariano Rivera, Ron Guidry, Whitey Ford

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