Jeff Reardon | |
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Pitcher | |
Born: Pittsfield, Massachusetts, U.S. | October 1, 1955|
Batted: Right Threw: Right | |
MLB debut | |
August 25, 1979, for the New York Mets | |
Last MLB appearance | |
May 4, 1994, for the New York Yankees | |
MLB statistics | |
Win–loss record | 73–77 |
Earned run average | 3.16 |
Strikeouts | 877 |
Saves | 367 |
Stats at Baseball Reference | |
Teams | |
Career highlights and awards | |
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Jeffrey James Reardon (born October 1, 1955) is an American former professional baseball relief pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1979–1994 with the New York Mets, Montreal Expos, Minnesota Twins, Boston Red Sox, Atlanta Braves, Cincinnati Reds, and New York Yankees. Reardon was nicknamed "the Terminator" for his intimidating presence on the mound and 98 mph fastball.[1] A long-time closer, Reardon became MLB's all-time saves leader in 1992 with his 342nd save, breaking Rollie Fingers' previous record of 341. Reardon's record was broken the following season by Lee Smith. Reardon currently ranks 12th on the all-time saves list with 367.