Papelbon gave up a hit in a scoreless ninth inning Friday to protect a 4-1 lead against the Marlins and notch his 12th save of the season.

EDGE Analysis

His ratios on the year aren't great (3.06 ERA, 1.36 WHIP, 13:5 K:BB in 17.2 innings) but Papelbon has only been scored upon in three of his 18 appearances in 2016, making him a fairly steady hand at the back of the Nationals' bullpen. With the team on pace for 100 wins and holding the second-best record in the National League, there should be plenty more save chances ahead for Papelbon.