What do they call Edwin Diaz? Exploring Mets’ star reliever’s childhood nickname

New York Mets’ relief pitcher, Edwin Diaz just signed the highest salary for a closer in MLB history. Diaz is widely recognized as one of the most talented relief pitchers in the league and has established himself as a dominant force on the mound. One of the interesting things about Diaz is his nickname, which is "Sugar."

Edwin Diaz is the highest-paid relief pitcher in MLB history

The origin of this peculiar nickname comes from his home country, Puerto Rico, where it is common for people to give each other nicknames based on their appearance, personality, and other distinctive characteristics.

Why is Edwin Diaz called Sugar?

According to Edwin Diaz, he was given the nickname "Sugar" by his friends and family when he was a child due to his sweet and friendly nature. In an interview with the New York Post, he explained that he has always been a people person and enjoys making others happy.

"I think I got that nickname because I'm sweet like sugar, [...] I'm always happy, I'm always smiling, and I'm always trying to help people."

Of course, it is also possible that Diaz's nickname is related to his skills on the baseball field. As a relief pitcher, he is known for throwing fastballs that can reach speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. Some people speculate that his nickname could be a reference to the idea that he delivers his pitches with such force that they are as sweet as sugar.

Edwin Diaz has a career ERA of 2.93 for a total of 399.1 innings pitched

Regardless of the reason for his nickname, there is no denying that Diaz has earned a reputation as one of the most talented and successful relief pitchers in the league. He made his Major League Baseball debut with the Seattle Mariners in 2016 and quickly established himself as a force to be reckoned with.

Following Puerto Rico’s win against the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic, Edwin Diaz suffered a bizarre injury while celebrating with his teammates. He was helped off the field as his brother, who is also a relief pitcher but for the Cincinnati Reds, cried in disbelief. The New York Mets and Team Puerto Rico are still waiting for an official statement.

Diaz was helped off the field by teammates