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Today in History: Mariano Rivera becomes MLB's all-time saves leader

9/19/2025

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On September 19, 2011, Mariano Rivera became Major League Baseball's all-time leader in career saves, surpassing Trevor Hoffman. Rivera, a legendary closer for the New York Yankees, achieved his 602nd save, solidifying his status as one of baseball's greatest relief pitchers. He ultimately finished his career with 652 saves, a record still unbroken.

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On September 19, 2011, Mariano Rivera became Major League Baseball's all-time leader in career saves, surpassing Trevor Hoffman. Rivera, a legendary closer for the New York Yankees, achieved his 602nd save, solidifying his status as one of baseball's greatest relief pitchers. He ultimately finished his career with 652 saves, a record still unbroken.