K-Rod takes over 4th on career saves list
Brad Mills / USA TODAY Sports
Francisco Rodriguez has saved the day for the 425th time.
After the Detroit Tigers closer shut the door on the Chicago White Sox with a 5-3 extra-innings win, he passed John Franco for sole possession of fourth on the all-time saves list.
He now sits behind Lee Smith (478), Trevor Hoffman (601), and Mariano Rivera (652).
| Team | Seasons | IP | Saves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angels | 7 | 451 2/3 | 208 |
| Brewers | 5 | 250 2/3 | 95 |
| Mets | 3 | 168 | 83 |
| Tigers | 1 | 51 1/3 | 39 |
| Orioles | 1 | 22 | 0 |
This season, Rodriguez has a 2.81 ERA and 39 saves while striking out 46 batters.
(Video courtesy: MLB.com)
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