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Trevor Hoffman got his 600 save tonight as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals, 4-2.
From jsonline: Trevor Hoffman added another milestone to his illustrious career, earning his 600th save Tuesday night by closing out the Milwaukee Brewers' 4-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Four people were ejected, including a fan, on a night that ended with Hoffman being carried off the field by his teammates.
The 42-year-old reliever, baseball's career saves leader, lost his job as the Brewers' closer in May after a string of bad outings. But he's pitched better of late and has been getting ninth-inning work as the team tried to get him to No. 600.
The right-hander entered in the ninth to his traditional music, "Hells Bells" by AC/DC, and gave up a bloop single to Colby Rasmus. Pinch-hitter Randy Winn then grounded into a double play.
Hoffman got pinch-hitter Aaron Miles to ground out and raised his arms in triumph as teammates rushed to mob him near the mound. Hoffman's three sons also ran onto the field to hug him and the crowd roared during a standing ovation.
Four people were ejected, including a fan, on a night that ended with Hoffman being carried off the field by his teammates.
The 42-year-old reliever, baseball's career saves leader, lost his job as the Brewers' closer in May after a string of bad outings. But he's pitched better of late and has been getting ninth-inning work as the team tried to get him to No. 600.
The right-hander entered in the ninth to his traditional music, "Hells Bells" by AC/DC, and gave up a bloop single to Colby Rasmus. Pinch-hitter Randy Winn then grounded into a double play.
Hoffman got pinch-hitter Aaron Miles to ground out and raised his arms in triumph as teammates rushed to mob him near the mound. Hoffman's three sons also ran onto the field to hug him and the crowd roared during a standing ovation.
I used to go to a lot of Brewer games, since their first year, up until about 7 years ago. Got to see Hank Aaron and other famous Brewers. I also got to see Rollie Fingers, another great reliever. Just wish I got to see Hoffman when he was with the Brewers, as this will be his last year.
Just think about it. Most major leaguers have never experienced 600 wins in their careers, let alone pitched in 600 wins.
Congratulations to Hoffman for the milestone.
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