Padres’ Robert Suarez: Picks up 17th save

Suarez got the save on Friday against Kansas City. He pitched one-third of a hitless inning, allowing no runs on one hit.

Suarez came in to collect the last out in a bases-loaded jam with a five-run lead. After giving up a two-RBI single to Freddy Fermin, San Diego’s closer induced a Nelson Velazquez flyout to secure the win. Suarez is now tied with Emmanuel Clase for second in the majors with 17 saves, behind Ryan Helsley with one. The 33-year-old righty has been brilliant as the Padres closer this year, shooting a 0.72 ERA, 0.72 WHIP and 24:5 K:BB in 25 innings.