Player: Mariano River, closer
Song: “Enter Sandman” by Metallica
Mariano Rivera was the most automatic closer to ever do it. In 19 big league seasons, 17 as a closer, Mariano amassed the most saves of any closer in baseball history (652). He also owns the all-time record for games finished (952) and ERA+ (205).
Mariano was so automatic, that you have to imagine opponents viewed him as an utter nightmare. This is why Mariano’s walk-up song, “Enter Sandman” by Metallica, is – again, in my opinion – the greatest ever.
Not only did it signal the end of the game, it also signaled the appearance of a batters worst nightmare, a pitcher so dominant, your bats also couldn’t make it out of the at-bat unscathed.
Watch Mariano Rivera enter to “Enter Sandman” HERE!
Player: Noah Syndergaard
Song: “Game of Thrones Theme Song” by Ramin Djawadi
Noah Syndergaard is one of baseball’s current superstars. Known for his resemblance to the Marvel Comics superhero, Syndergaard is often referred to by his nickname “Thor”.
After showing off his acting chops while he appearing in the hit HBO series, “Game of Thrones”, Syndergaard decided to use the shows theme song when he enters games.
Watch Noah Syndergaard enter to the “Game of Thrones” theme song HERE!