Bryan Baker

Baker has 14 saves and a clean ERA as Tampa's incumbent closer — but the Rays just signed Craig Kimbrel to a MLB deal off the Mets' DFA list. Kimbrel hasn't been given the role yet and Baker remains the man, but any dip in performance could accelerate the transition. Monitor Rays usage for the next 7-10 days.

Leading Tampa Bay's revolving ninth inning with 3 saves in May, but Ian Seymour has also earned a save. The Rays don't have a defined hierarchy and haven't for weeks. Speculate on Baker as the slight favorite, but don't count on consistent volume.

13 saves with 1.03 WHIP through 20.1 IP. Tampa's bullpen has been steady — Baker is the unquestioned 9th-inning arm. Top-10 RP rest of season.

12th save with a 1.08 WHIP, 23 K vs. 8 BB over the year. The Rays' bullpen has stabilized around him. Top-10 RP rest of season.

11 saves and a 9-game scoreless streak. Tampa's bullpen is one of the league's best and Baker is the unquestioned ninth-inning arm. Top-8 RP rest of season — claim if somehow on your wire.

Picked up a save Friday per Closer Monkey. Monitor for an expanded role — the Rays bullpen has been in flux all season.