At Turner Field, Brad Lidge gets his 16th consecutive save when Gregor Blanco is thrown out at home plate, dramatically ending the game and preserving a Phillies 4-3 victory over the Braves. The Philadelphia closer’s unblemished record from the start of the season breaks Al Holland’s club record, who converted his first 15 opportunities in 1984.

On June 6, 2008 — At Turner Field, Brad Lidge gets his 16th consecutive save when Gregor Blanco is thrown out at home plate, dramatically ending the game and preserving a Phillies 4-3 victory over the Braves. The Philadelphia closer’s unblemished record from the start of the season breaks Al Holland’s club record, who converted his first 15 opportunities in 1984.

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