While the New York Mets fell short of the playoffs in a disappointing year, Edwin Diaz had yet another stellar campaign. Diaz returned to form in 2025, dominating as New York’s closer. The three-time All-Star bounced back after a down year with an elite season for the Mets.

On Thursday, Diaz was rewarded for his performance with the Trevor Hoffman NL Reliever of the Year Award, per MLB. It’s the second time Diaz has won the award and the third time he’s received Reliever of the Year honors.

Diaz was first recognized as the National League’s best closer in 2022, following his fourth season with the Mets. He won the Mariano Rivera American League Reliever of the Year Award with the Seattle Mariners in 2018 after recording a career-high 57 saves.

Edwin Diaz wins third Reliever of the

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