47. John Wetteland

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General
Awards
Career Stats

Born: August 21, 1966 in San Mateo, CA USA
Weight: 195 lbs.
Height: 6'2"
Bats: R
Throws: R
Debut: May 31, 1989
Final Game: September 20, 2000

W	L	ERA	G	GS	SV	IP	SO
48	45	2.78	618	17	330	765.0	804

The closer for the Montreal Expos for three seasons, John Wetteland would accumulate 105 Saves for the team with each year showcasing his relieving ability better than the year before. Wetteland would become a three-time All-Star with the New York Yankees later in his career.

The Bullet Points

Position: Pitcher
Acquired: Traded from the Cincinnati Reds with Bill Risley for Willie Green, Dave Martinez and Scott Ruskin 12/11/91.
Departed: Traded to the New York Yankees for Fernando Seguignol and Cash 4/5/95.
Games Played: 189
Notable Statistics: 17 Wins
13 Losses
2.32 ERA
159 Games Finished
105 Saves
232.1 Innings Pitched
280 Strikeouts
2.54 FIP
1.089 WHIP
3.29 SO/BB
7.2 bWAR

No Playoff Games
Major Accolades and Awards: None
Other Points of Note: Highest Win Probability Added (1993)