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This Date in Baseball - Craig Kimbrel becomes the eighth pitcher to record 400 career saves
Craig Kimbrel became the eighth pitcher in MLB history to reach 400 saves, joining Kenley Jansen after Philadelphia’s 6-4 win over Atlanta.
- On Sunday, closer Craig Kimbrel became the eighth pitcher to record 400 career saves in the Philadelphia Phillies' 6-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves.
- Kimbrel's achievement came barely two weeks after closer Kenley Jansen became the seventh pitcher to reach 400 saves, underscoring the rarity of this exclusive club.
- The Phillies' 6-4 win provided the stage for Kimbrel's historic save, demonstrating his effectiveness in a competitive matchup against the division rival Braves.
- Kimbrel now joins only seven other pitchers in baseball history to reach 400 career saves, cementing his place among the sport's most elite closers.
- The rarity of reaching 400 saves reflects Kimbrel's sustained excellence throughout his career with Philadelphia, positioning him among baseball's most durable closers in history.
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