PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks continued to make history in their win against the Philadelphia Phillies Saturday night, extending their Major League Baseball save record.
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Sep 20, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher James McCann (8) scores a run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the sixth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
In the second game of the three-game series, the Diamondbacks stayed within one run of the National League East champions, coming back from an early 2-0 deficit after the first inning. Arizona first baseman Ildamero Vargas knocked in the winning run in the bottom of the sixth inning with a single, bringing in catcher James McCann.
With a 4-3 lead in the top of the ninth inning, Diamondbacks right-handed pitcher John Curtiss was given the save opportunity. After getting a groundout and a flyout for the first two outs, Curtiss gave up a single to Philadelphia shortstop Bryson Stott.
However, Curtiss would get the next batter to hit the first pitch for a force out at second base and earn a save.
Sep 20, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher John Curtiss (46) pitches against the Philadelphia Phillies during the ninth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Curtiss joined a long list of pitchers to record a save for the D-Backs this season, becoming the 17th different pitcher to close out a win, according to the team’s broadcast. The save also extended the team’s MLB record for most pitchers to record a save in a single season.
Arizona has utilized a wide range of arms in high-leverage situations throughout the year. Injuries have played a role in the team’s historic bullpen usage, with key relievers unable to pitch this season.
Sep 20, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) slaps hands with Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) after scoring a run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Yet, the Diamondbacks continue to be in the middle of a tight wild-card race with a crucial and unpredictable bullpen.
With seven games left in the regular season, Arizona may add to its historic feat as the team continues to fight for a spot in the postseason.
One at a time. pic.twitter.com/9F0cR5jsZQ
— Arizona Diamondbacks (@Dbacks) September 21, 2025
The Arizona Diamondbacks and the Philadelphia Phillies wrap up their series on Sunday, Sept. 21, at 1:10 p.m.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
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