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Hell's Bells Ring With 479th Save

Found September 24, 2006 on Sign on San Diego:
PLAYERS: Trevor Hoffman,  Lee Smith
TEAMS: San Diego Padres,  Pittsburgh Pirates

Trevor Hoffman became baseball's career saves leader on Sunday, earning No. 479 to pass Lee Smith and help the NL West-leading Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1. With the sellout crowd of 41,932 on its feet and cheering, the 38-year-old Hoffman jogged in from the bullpen, staring at the ground the whole way, with AC/DC's "Hells Bells" blaring, as it has for each of his home save opportunities since July 25, 1998.
Original Story: http://www.signonsandiego.com/sports/...
3 Comments:
  • Congrats to Hoffman. I am not sure how many of you have ever been to a Padres game when Hoffman runs in with Hells Bells rockin in the background. The stadium becomes electric and it is truly one of the more awesome recurring phenomena in sports.
    by Jack   September 25, 2006   Reply   Options  
  • Hoffman's been pretty awesome all season. Let's hope he's got a few more seasons in him.
    by Kramer12   September 26, 2006   Reply   Options  
  • He's been so reliable this year, as in years past. Let's hope the Giants take care of the Dodgers this weekend.
    by RedPride   September 27, 2006   Reply   Options  
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