0n this day 2011, Yankee closer Mariano Rivera becomes the first pitcher to appear in 1,000 games for the same team. The 41-year old Panamanian right-hander, who has compiled 572 saves and 75 wins during his 17 seasons with the Bronx Bombers, is closing in on the all-time saves record established by Trevor Hoffman with 601.
(from nationalpastime.com)