Cubs News: Jeremy Jeffress nominated for NL Reliever of the Year

Jeffress had a huge season with the Cubs (Kamil Krzaczynski - USA Today Sports)

by Tony Crumpton - Senior Editor - Mon Oct 19 18:22:54 GMT-05:00 2020

Chicago Cubs reliever Jeremy Jeffress had a strong 2020 season on the Northside.

MLB announced on Monday that Jeffress was named a finalist for NL Reliever of the Year along with Brewers' Devin Williams and Padres' Trevor Rosenthal.

Jeffress stabilized the Cubs bullpen this season posting a 1.54 ERA and eight saves in 22 relief appearances.

"Blessed and Highly Favored!," Jeffress posted on social media.

The winner of the award will be announced before Game 4 of the 2020 World Series.

Congratulations to @JMontana41 on being nominated for NL Reliever of the Year!

Jeffress finished the 2020 season with a 1.54 ERA and eight saves in 22 relief appearances. pic.twitter.com/SVCdkJCo2K
— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) October 19, 2020