Pirates closer Mark Melancon was once again lights-out, retiring the side in order Saturday to help preserve a 4-1 triumph over the Phillies and earn his 20th save of the season.
Melancon's 20 saves are just one behind the Cardinals' Trevor Rosenthal for the MLB lead. The closer has picked up a save in nine of his last 10 outings and only has one blown save on the year, back on April 21.
In eight June outings, Melancon hasn't allowed an earned run and has picked up seven saves.