Jacob Webb thriving in closer’s role as one of Cubs’ bullpen saviors: ‘The guy’s been a dog all year’

WASHINGTON – Ask around, and you’ll find out that Jacob Webb has been a lot of things. “He’s been nails, for sure.” “He’s been awesome.” “The guy’s been a dog all year.” The right-hander has also been a savior in the Cubs’ bullpen, stepping into the closer’s role unexpectedly with righty Daniel Palencia limited by injuries to just a handful of appearances this season. Webb hasn’t racked up a huge number of saves, though his eight lead the team. But he’s delivered again and again, called on in…