David Wells pitches the first perfect game at Yankee Stadium since Don Larsenās masterpiece
On May 17, 1998,Ā David WellsĀ pitches the 13thĀ perfect gameĀ in modern major league history as theĀ YankeesĀ beatĀ Minnesota, 4 ā 0. Wells, whose āperfectoā is the first by a Yankees pitcher sinceĀ Don LarsenĀ in theĀ 1956 World Series, also sets anĀ American LeagueĀ record by retiring 37 batters in a row, dating back to his start onĀ May 12thĀ againstĀ Kansas City. Minnesota shortstopĀ Pat MearesĀ flies outā¦
