Mariano Rivera
95
Overall
Mariano Rivera was already the most feared closer in baseball by 1998, carving up hitters with a single pitch — the cut fastball — and slamming the door on the ninth inning of a 114-win season. He recorded the final out of the World Series sweep over San Diego, the second of his five championships.
Draft him in Go Unbeaten whenever the spin lands on this squad and the end of every game takes care of itself.
Spin to draft MarianoIn-game stats
The exact card the game deals — the same seeded generator powers every draft.
Career highlights
- MLB's all-time saves leader with 652 regular-season saves.
- Became the first player ever elected unanimously to the Baseball Hall of Fame, in 2019.
- Named World Series MVP in 1999 and holds the record for career postseason saves.
Frequently asked
What is Mariano Rivera's rating in Go Unbeaten?
Mariano Rivera is rated 95 OVR as the relief pitcher in the New York Yankees 1998 squad on Go Unbeaten — the highest-rated arm on the card.
Why is Mariano Rivera considered the greatest closer ever?
He retired as MLB’s all-time saves leader with 652, dominated October with a record number of postseason saves, and in 2019 became the first player ever voted into the Hall of Fame unanimously.