Boston slugger David Ortiz led the majors with 148 RBI this season. The Red Sox DH was equally impressive under pressure, posting a .346 average in close and late situations - seventh inning or later with the batting team ahead by one run, tied, or with the tying run on base, at bat or on deck.

2005 Batting Leaders (Close and Late)

Player Team RBI
1 David Ortiz Bos 33
2 Hideki Matsui NYY 26
3 Mark Teixeira Tex 23
4t Garret Anderson LAA 21
4t Richie Sexson Sea 21