#16
of 20
Dan Quisenberry
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Dan Quisenberry was an elite MLB closer who sustained dominance during his prime years. He consistently handled high-leverage ninth-inning situations against strong competition. His ERA and ERA+ demonstrate strong run prevention relative to league environment. Strikeout ability played a major role in his effectiveness late in games. He accumulated significant save totals over multiple seasons. Durability and reliability defined his role within competitive teams. Although not always perfect in postseason settings, his overall body of work remains impressive. His peak seasons were among the best in baseball during their respective years. When evaluating career value and sustained effectiveness, he clearly belongs in this tier of historical closers.
Career Numbers
56-46
W-L
2.76
ERA
379
K
1,043.1
IP
244
SV
Dan Quisenberry at No. 16
This slide covers number 16 of 20 in Top 20 Closers of All Time in History of MLB Baseball: Dan Quisenberry. Dan Quisenberry's pitching line on the card: 56 wins, a 2.76 ERA, 379 strikeouts. It also counts 244 saves. Dan Quisenberry debuted in the 1970s, and the Explore links below open that decade's page and the list of players born in USA. Francisco Rodriguez is ranked just above at 15 while John Franco follows at 17. The ranking and the write-up above it are the list's editorial judgment; the career numbers come from the same tables as the player pages.