Cuban pitcher Raisel Iglesias is having a spectacular end to the season in Major League Baseball, with a streak of flawless performances that reinforces his elite status in baseball.
Wearing the uniform of the Atlanta Braves, the native of Isla de la Juventud extended his scoreless innings streak to 21 (since June 18) on Sunday, a statistic that confirms him as one of the most dominant closers in the sport.
According to what was published on Facebook by specialized journalist Francys Romero, Iglesias can boast an impressive streak: he has 18 consecutive saves. It should be noted that he has not wasted an opportunity since May 7.
The right-handed pitcher showcased his talent the previous day in the victory of the Braves over the local Los Angeles Angels (3-1), when he retired three opponents in the ninth inning without the shadow of a hit and with one strikeout recorded.
Overall, the closer has a record of two wins and one loss, an ERA of 1.51, with 26 saves, 46 strikeouts in 47.1 innings pitched, and an outstanding WHIP of 0.65, according to ESPN statistics.
Likewise, the Atlanta team is still in the fight to access the postseason, as it currently stands in second place in the National League East, with a record of 66-58, just behind the Philadelphia Phillies (73-51), although it can feel the pressure from the New York Mets.
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