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Mike Gonzalez came into last night’s game for his first appearance since May 15, 2007. It didn’t look like he missed one day. Gonzalez pitched a 1-2-3 ninth inning to record his 31st save in his last 31 save opportunities. The southpaw had ligament replacement surgery in his left elbow. Phil Stockman was sent down to Triple-A Richmond to make room for Gonzalez.

Since May 16, 2007, the Braves have had a lot of pitchers attempt saves. Here is that list…

Bob Wickman - 18 opportunities (14 saves)

Rafael Soriano - 11 opportunities (7 saves)

Manny Acosta - 5 opportunities (3 saves)

Blaine Boyer - 4 opportunities (1 save)

Tyler Yates - 3 opportunities (2 saves)

Peter Moylan - 3 opportunity (1 save)

Jeff Bennett - 2 opportunities (2 saves)

Will Ohman - 2 opportunities (1 save)

Oscar Villarreal - 1 opportunity (1 save)

John Smoltz - 1 opportunity (0 saves)

Octavio Dotel - 1 opportunity (0 saves)

Ron Mahay - 1 opportunity (0 saves)

Chad Paronto - 1 opportunity (0 saves)

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