Mariano Rivera delivers perfect inning in final All-Star Game

[@LatinSith]

Mariano has been elected to the 2019 Hall of Fame Class with 100% of 425 votes!

[@carloszuluaga1833]

Dereck jeter 99.7%

[@alanconnelly3921]

@@carloszuluaga1833 one guy didn't vote

[@antoninicolas6222]

Alan Connelly *one idiot

[@r3vvvy]

Antoni Nicolas *one idiotic redsux fan

[@streetspitzley66]

@@antoninicolas6222 Jeter didn’t deserve it because he changed the marlins. I don’t like the Marlins but keep the pool; and I like the old uniforms better, I mean the ones from 2012-2018. Since Jose Fernandez’s death; the Marlins didn’t need anymore changes. Jose would’ve been pissed at Jeter

[@megaflex48]

when you get that much respect from your competitors thats when you know you have had a good career.

[@PhillyLeotardo25]

Kj Hammerman it's called class something Yankees organization nor their fanbase will ever know. I always remember the HBO special when Yankee fans were upset with their love ones died on 9/11 saying it's a shame they didn't win the WS01 for them which was just so disrespectful to Mets fans who died on 9/11..... as if winning the 2000 WS wasn't enough

[@welliecross2903]

I don't think they were being classless. They just wanted the Yankees, who play in New York, to win the WS for New York. It's no one's fault that the Mets missed the playoffs. It's not classless wanting your team to win the WS. That would be saying that the Astros fans last year with Hurricane Harvey and the Red Sox fans in 2013 after the Boston Marathon bombing were also classless for wanting their teams to win after the tragedies. Stop hating on the Yankees.

[@PhillyLeotardo25]

Wellie Cross but the Yankees won in 2000 so those people who died already saw their team win three years in a row. The other teams you mention didn't come off winning the year before so it's not the same situation.

[@welliecross2903]

I don't think you're getting the point. A fan is going to root for their teams to win no matter what the situation is. And in the case of 2001, the Mets were coming off a WS appearance and 2 straight playoff appearances. So it wasn't like the Mets were a bad team. At the end of the day, New York needed uplifting and both teams contributed. Mike Piazza hit the home run after 9/11 and the Yankees were dramatically winning in the playoffs. I still don't think it's disrespectful.

[@1ssny]

You obviously don’t understand what the word class means. It’s in no way classless to want to win a World Series. It’s in no way classless to want to win a World Series to pay tribute to your wonderful city that you love after such a tragedy. It’s classless to riot in the streets when you don’t win. I didn’t see that happening did you? The New York Yankees and the city of New York have more class in their pinky than you have in your entire body. You could learn a few lessons from the Yankees and their fans.

[@courtgizzle]

It gave me goosebumps when they played enter sandman

[@MrSpeedyAce]

Courtney Gibson Imagine the NL team! When they hear that music, EVERYONE knows exactly who the efff is coming in! Coming in to shut them out! I LOVE IT! :-D

[@midnight1294]

Huh

[@MrGoodwrench03]

I feel you bro

[@luismanuelabreu3819]

@@MrSpeedyAce n

[@moonjae-in12thpresidentofr20]

Sweet home Alabama would have given them chills too. I mean David Robertson is great and that would scare them but I think the Alabama part would have been worse

[@ClickWasd]

I remember reading an article about this ASG where the reporter asked Leyland why did he pitch Mo in the 8th. If I recall correctly Leyland said if he pitched someone else and they blew the lead Mo won't be able to pitch in the 9th and he still wants to leave New York alive. One of those rare Leyland being funny moments.

[@loveislife77]

"Mariano Rivera, the best in the business" - Joe Buck Could have not said it any better...

[@sergeantmasson3669]

Rivera's final game, he struggled to keep his emotions in-check when he walked off the mound. He "lost it" when Jeter and Pettitte went to the mound to take him out of his last MLB game.

[@mattx1875]

First ballot Hall of Fame. I'm a true and blue Dodger fan but much respect to the best reliever in baseball history. Hats off to this man.

[@carlosinda3553]

same here

[@GSirico]

The GOAT! First ballot HOFer, maybe 100% vote.

[@Slippinn_Jimmy]

Matt X he's a closer. Not a reliever. Just had to point that out lol

[@joshp3374]

adam smith A closer is a reliever...

[@Slippinn_Jimmy]

Josh P a closer is a closer.

[@jayholg]

When the players on both sides applaud and tip their hats and stand on the top step...my eyes well up with tears

[@courtgizzle]

Na. I was in tears when Jeter and pettitte hugged Rivera in his final game in the Bronx

[@davidgoldin5759]

So was Rivera.@@courtgizzle

[@stephenmichael3395]

G.O.A.T.. Came out to an empty field because he is without question, in a Class all by himself.

[@DKfan87]

truly a great player. much respect to that man from Red Sox Nation.

[@BW-pr8qr]

RESPECT. Best. Closer. Ever. Hands down. Other closers have had phenomenal years, but none could keep it up year after year like Mo.

[@domingov4313]

Life goals: be respected even for your oponents

[@blpalv15]

What I found interesting about this is that the National League players stayed in their dugout. The American League climbed over the barrier to applaud him. And there is Justin Verlander, leading the pack. Classy guy. There will never be another Mariano, no one will come close. The respect he had was immense. Untouchable.

[@gesztenye76]

blpalv15 I really didn't understand the NL players' reaction either. I mean, it was Mariano's last ASG, they knew it was a historic moment, and they should have participated in showing him their utmost respect. Because you're right, we will never have another legend like Mo. We have and will have other legends. But there's only one Mo and he will always be missed from the field.

[@americanbadasskb]

***** Mariano did it for almost 20 years. Let's see if Betances can be that dominant for that long.

[@zachengland8208]

You must be high

[@ryancarroll1697]

Kenny your high. Nowhere close

[@stacif8197]

I dated a moron that was a Boston fan. Said Mo was nothing special. Average at best. It was then that I realized he HAD to be dumped. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@luispagan463]

Yea gave me chills too.the best closer in baseball history.Mariano rules. Yankees #1

[@krazykatracho101]

I miss seeing Mariano Rivera, the best closer of all times in Major Leagues.

[@sheafan1971]

Thats a great moment for MLB and #42.

[@uchikitomoto8687]

The respect from his peers…. Goosebumps!!! Greatest Yankee for me.

[@juliandiaz462]

I was at this game and i'm Mets fan but that was awesome. Everyone from every team cheering for him.

[@SirLumenn]

As a mets fan, I've got to say, it sucks to see him go. The game won't be the same without him

[@PhillyLeotardo25]

Lumen I prefer Duda's sendoff much more as it was genuine

[@dontblink1]

the great #42 only 2 men you can think of when you say # 42 the great Jackie and Moe

[@41Brother2]

While not Yankee Stadium it's only fitting Mo's last All-star game take place in NY. There will never be another like Mo. A legend and icon, the GOAT for closers

[@johntabler349]

I'm glad I saw his career beginning to end, special memories

[@davidnetterwald1846]

About 14 or 15 years ago give or take I was watching a game between the Yankees and the Diamondbacks in Arizona and there was a situation where Mariano Rivera had the bases loaded with no outs. Bases he loaded mind you and not only did Mo get out of the jam without allowing a run he did it by striking out the side. All I could say after seeing that unbelievable performance was he is the greatest over and over again. Mariano Rivera did something that I thought was impossible and it is my favorite Mariano Rivera moment and performance ever.

[@lucidxchrist2133]

Dude was such a bad*** like omg. He had his few blown saves. But we as humans aren’t perfect. And this guy was just a machine either way, and he literally had the blessing of coming out to Metallica and had one of the nastiest pitches ever. Like man I miss him so much

[@thomasward4298]

The goat of closers and a total class act

[@vubot1]

Brings tears to my eyes.

[@EnlightnMe48]

Hard working, great ethics, super respected because he's super respectful. He's a gem.

[@luillyjdl]

Simplemente emocionante. Muchas gracias Mariano, por darnos tantas alegrías. Le extrañamos en los campos de juego. Aquí solo una muestra cuando las estrellas le rinden tributo a una luminaria. Bendiciones.

[@frenchtoast9926]

Greatest closer of all time and a class act

[@randyrohm]

Tribute from his peers and the most awesome rock song of my generation.

[@tonysparkstrees]

Mo’st amazing baseball player I’ve ever had the privilege to route for! Forever Sandman 🙌🏼

[@ptheodos25]

Wat a great thing 2 do out of respect 4 the greatest closer of all time. I watched that n it gave me goosebumps.

[@rjmq433]

We normally say somebody is “arguably” the best. There is no argument when it comes to Mo.

[@HowardMauran]

The Greatest Relief/Closer in MLB HISTORY! MO the Greatest ever.

[@BronxBomber-mf9hl]

So happy I was able to watch the core four from beginning to end,

[@大友誠]

こんな大投手、今後絶対に現れないな

[@jeffwest3463]

One of the best moments ever. Joe Buck’s call when he came on the mound was fantastic!

[@Sanchez417]

That's how you know what a genuine human being Mo is. He's awkwardly looking around like can I pitch now? He never tried to step into the spotlight and as he stated many a time it's a team game not individual. Hopefully Betances & Chapman can help us fill the void Mo left.

[@coachjon6967]

There are some traditions in Baseball like this that make it so special.

[@kathleenmorrock5475]

He's the man!!! Awesome!!

[@rafaelsale6364]

The greatest closer in MLB history.

[@TheBreaksFB]

Just simply the best!!

[@andante005]

I don't know, do you....? Maybe one of the finest Human Beings in our world? Forget baseball.....i'm talking about his life's pursuits, his family, his love for Country & what he's done for them. I have no words appropriate for this Man.

[@theresaharris5906]

Great caring giving honest man who happens to be a heck of a Sandman💕💕💕

[@manuelemilioavilarijo8840]

2018 and we miss you mariano😢

[@LordArrack1]

Greatest reliever of all-time (Sorry, Trevor). I'd argue he's the best pitcher of all-time. He's on the Mount Rushmore of the Yankees. Loved by everyone even though he kicked their butts for 20 years straight. Just think about it, the dude pitched the ENTIRE steroids era, and made all of the P.E.D. monsters look ridiculous.

[@douglasrau5094]

I agree with most of what you said but who exactly, out of Ruth, Gehrig, Mantle and DiMaggio, is he knocking off the Mount Rushmore of Yankees? He's on the second Mount Rushmore--with Jeter, Yogi Berra and Whitey Ford. Which is better then a lot of teams first Mount Rushmore.

[@rosm5114]

@@douglasrau5094 absolutely agree

[@esmith407]

As a Cardinals fan, the Yankees Mount Rushmore is about 30 people wide

[@KrishPatel-ek9gi]

Greatest closer ever!!

[@jarocho1003]

best of the best mariano #1 thank you panama.....

[@АлександрКороль-я5щ]

Goosebumps every time I watch it!

[@g21k36]

Mad respect to one of the greatest pitchers out there, Dodgers all the way though.

[@v-gutta5201]

The G.O.A.T 🐐

[@TheRouschmustang]

Greatest Saver of ALL TIME. GOAT!

[@LuisCastillo-em5bp]

Lomaximo el mostro expreso de puerto caimito maineis panamà👌🇵🇦🙋‍♂️💪👏👍🙏

[@americanbadasskb]

The Greatest Closer of All Time! I miss him.

[@CanadaMMA]

No one was better than Rivera on the mound. No one. And that's not just a brash statement. He retired as, and still is, the career leader in ERA+.

[@odibaracatibaro1255]

Mariano Rivera the most classiest and honorable pitcher in baseball history congratulations

[@lethrneck4]

some players are hated..and some players are beloved...

[@esam8435]

Hall of fame 2019 💪🎖

[@franciscojavierperezherrer2757]

Nunca te hubieras retirado Mariano!!!

[@zxmoore1]

The first player ever inducted into the Hall of Fame unanimously.

[@decibellone696]

I am not a Yankeeys fan - not even close, but i love this guy!

[@lucascorbin3799]

Enough to make a grown man cry

[@heyheyhey33351]

That view of Mo exiting the bullpen is unbelievable. Imagine running out to a crowd that large... Even better when they're all cheering for you.

[@TheAnimalWolverine]

Yes it is, it shows how terrible the feeling the opposition side would feel

[@jefferysoles1715]

And I have 3 autographed balls by Rivera, one is personalized and wouldn't get rid of it for nothing. Also Rivera has really good hand writing unlike most players you can make out every letter

[@reiny65]

MARIANO, LONG LIVE AND PROSPER.

[@rufousmonkey4067]

Aura.

[@sgtjohnson]

Not very often you’ll hear Mariano get a standing ovation at Citi Field

[@tlee717]

Just something special about mo man 😊😊😊

[@matthewj16]

Top 20 player in the history of the game. Not pitcher, PLAYER. Baseball could be played for another 1000 years, and there will never be another lockdown closer like him. If you were losing heading to the 9th, it was over.

[@David..]

Greatest closer in baseball history. Greatest intro song in baseball history.

[@eds.8900]

Still watching in 2021.

[@brianwinters5434]

He was the bst of the best.

[@shedgen0]

Never gets old. Love the Yankees or hate them, Mariano is the GOAT

[@SDSOverfiend]

When your Rival gives you a ceremony... You know you the truth.

[@Asis202]

Greatest closer of all time

[@oscaraguilera4458]

Numero 42 Mariano Rivera

[@Mike-we3rb]

I like how even some of the players in the dugout and the bullpen (some being young)..Mariano may be their idle. Now they’re playing with him in his last all star game

[@jimrichards1798]

The man!

[@flashbrito6]

Hated this guy because he was at a yankee as a soxs fan but he is the by far the greatest to do it at his position

[@luisrojas3173]

The trivia question will be. Who was the last Major League Baseball player to wear #42? The answer. That man. Mariano Rivera 🐐

[@maddieharr7211]

He was such a great example of for the younger players

[@georgebush2024]

Those boys in the pen must have been awestruck watching him go out there

[@jamo3976]

Crazy how he was still elite in his last year

[@Bongaboi151]

Now a Hall of Famer. 100%, first-time ballot. The Sandman has entered.

[@Brahmsy]

Greatest Ever

[@eury360]

He had his Final All-Star game at Citi Field in Queens at the Mets Ballpark 😎 with his fellow crosstown Rivals 😅

[@hn_erick]

Mariano señor béisbol

[@thedude3065]

when you see a 42 in pinstripes you'll never think twice about who owns it

[@joelirag3718]

Jackie Robinson. That's why the greatest closer chose it. In tribute to Jackie. You must be a very young person to not even know this.

[@bazookajoe6133]

There will never be another Mariano Rivera.....ever. When baseball retired #42, which was Jackie Robinson's number, Everyone in baseball who wore #42 were immediately told to pick a different number, except Mariano, who was allowed to wear it until he retired. That..says...it...all.

[@izzonj]

Bazooka Joe not exactly. When #42 was retried by MLB for Jackie Robinson, any player that was wearing 42 at the time kept their number, but it wasn't given out to amy new players. Mariano was just the last remaining #42 by the time he retired.

[@ikigai47]

Derp....dorp....deep....dop

[@rpags226]

pure CLASS

[@generatorx]

Smart move by Jim Leland putting in Rivera in the 8th. Had someone else been penciled in and the NL scored and gone ahead in the bottom of the 8th and the AL did not score in the 9th, the game would have been over.

[@stalinantonioadames7035]

Mariano el humilde

[@joelirag3718]

You know your the greatest, when one of the greatest pitchers (Sherzer, tips hiS cap to you emphatically.). He ruled the baseball world with one pitch.

[@claspedcolt9438]

Scherzer was considered average at this point

[@michaelcady1337]

@@claspedcolt9438 *plays in all star game

[@jjm3762]

Moe is awesome.

[@michaelcady1337]

Everyone saying that Mets closer had the best entrance song, all I think of is The Sandman, the greatest closer of all time, coming into the game to enter sandman. When the song played, you knew it was over.

[@zigmaster5199]

Everybody wearing their normal uniforms looked so much cooler

[@furiamanka.rodrigo.4046]

Cuando estas esperando tu turno al bate y suena música de boss 🤯

[@july172]

DOMINICANOO!!! ESE DELO!!! MIOOO!!!!

[@Smoketreez83]

The greatest

[@ThatYankeesBlog]

Greatest closer of all time.

[@personifiedanomaly8972]

the man the myth the fuckin legend

[@patrickrooney5452]

Best Closer Ever and the first ever unanimously elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2019 along with another Yankee Mike Mussina