A three-time All-Star with the Rockies, Brian Fuentes would find his niche when he became the team’s closer in 2005.  He would have three seasons where he would have over 30 Saves and would have 115 in total for the team.  As of this writing, he is definitely the best closer in franchise history.  

He signed with the Angels in 2009 and had his best season with an American League leading 48 Saves.

A four time All Star, Brian Fuentes spent his entire career as a Relief Pitcher. With his sidearm delivery, Fuentes would record 204 career Saves including leading the American League in 2009. He would retire with a career bWAR of 10.2.



The Bullet Points:
Country of Origin:
U.S.A. (Merced, California)

Eligible In:
The 2018 Vote

Position:
Pitcher

Played For:
Seattle Mariners
Colorado Rockies
Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
Minnesota Twins
Oakland A’s
St. Louis Cardinals

Major Accolades and Awards:
4 Time All Star (2005, 2006, 2007 & 2009)
Most Saves (1) (AL) (2009)
World Series Rings (None)

Other Points of Note:
4 Top Ten Finishes (Saves)

Notable All Time Rankings:
42. Saves: 204