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Rivera saves the day

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Yankees pitcher Mariano Rivera gestures to the crowd after becoming the all-time saves leader, pitching in the ninth inning, saving the game for the Yankees as they beat the Rays 6-4. NY Post: Charles Wenzelberg

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Rivera pitches in this multiple exposure photo during the ninth inning. NY Post: Charles Wenzelberg

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Yankees fans cheer on Yankees the closer as he goes for the 602nd save of his career. NY Post: Neil Miller

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Rivera waves his hat in celebration after his 602 save. NY Post: Neil Miller

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Jorge Posada pushes Rivera towards the mound after he broke the career saves record in a game against the Minnesota Twins. Getty Images

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Rivera is greeted by his son after recording his 602nd save. AP

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Rivera speaks to the press after breaking the saves record. NY Post: Neil Miller

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Rivera celebrates with his family after becoming the all-time leader in saves. Getty Images

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