Francisco Rodriguez New York Mets Cards

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Francisco Rodriguez, nicknamed "K-Rod," is a closer for the New York Mets. Rodriguez previously played for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim from 2002 to 2008, and served as their closer starting in 2005. Rodriguez holds the major league record for saves in a single season with 62, set in 2008. Rodriguez signed with the Angels as an undrafted amateur free agent in 1998. Rodriguez finished his record-setting 2008 regular season with 62 saves in 69 opportunities, appearing in a total of 76 games. It was his fourth consecutive season of recording at least 40 saves. He finished third in AL Cy Young Award voting and sixth in AL Most Valuable Player Award voting. On December 10, 2008, Rodriguez signed a three-year, $37 million contract with the New York Mets. Rodriguez, who has worn number 57 for his entire career, will switch to number 75, as Mets ace Johan Santana currently wears number 57.