#18
of 20
Tom Henke
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Tom Henke 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
41-42
W-L
2.67
ERA
861
K
789.2
IP
311
SV
Tom Henke at No. 18
On Top 20 Closers of All Time in History of MLB Baseball, Tom Henke sits at number 18 of 20. Tom Henke's pitching line on the card: 41 wins, a 2.67 ERA, 861 strikeouts. It also counts 311 saves. Tom Henke debuted in the 1980s, and the Explore links below open that decade's page and the list of players born in USA. John Franco is ranked just above at 17 while Jeff Reardon follows at 19. The order reflects the list's own criteria, set out in its introduction; the statistics are the site's standard career totals.