#20
of 20
Robb Nen
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Robb Nen 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
45-42
W-L
2.98
ERA
793
K
715.0
IP
314
SV
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Robb Nen at No. 20
On Top 20 Closers of All Time in History of MLB Baseball, Robb Nen sits at number 20 of 20. Robb Nen's pitching line on the card: 45 wins, a 2.98 ERA, 793 strikeouts. It also counts 314 saves. Robb Nen debuted in the 1990s, and the Explore links below open that decade's page and the list of players born in USA. Jeff Reardon is ranked just above at 19. 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.