Andrew Bailey, Relief Pitcher
Andrew Bailey, closer for the Boston Red Sox, was first drafted by the Oakland Athletics in 2006. He spent his first three years in the minor leagues, coming up to the major leagues for the first time in 2009. His first season was an excellent one and he was rewarded with the American League Rookie of the Year award. His statistics for 2009 include 68 games played, 83.1 innings pitched, 26 saves, 1.84 ERA, and 91 strikeouts to 24 walks.