Former Red Sox World Series Champ Unlikely To Make Hall Of Fame, Per Insider
Craig Kimbrel, a former Boston Red Sox closer, may be nearing the end of his career after being designated for assignment by the New York Mets. Despite his impressive achievements, including 440 career saves, experts believe he is unlikely to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. His recent struggles, including a 6.00 ERA this season, have raised doubts about his legacy.
- ▪Craig Kimbrel has spent 17 seasons in Major League Baseball.
- ▪He was designated for assignment by the New York Mets after a decline in performance.
- ▪Kimbrel has 440 career saves, ranking fifth in MLB history.
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| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-red-sox-world-series-192353506.html |
| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 19:23:53 +0000 |
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