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In the team’s 42nd season, the Angels finally win a World Series title by beating the Giants, 4-1, in Game 7

On October 27, 2002 – In the team’s 42nd season, the Angels finally win a World Series title by beating the Giants, 4 – 1, in Game 7 at Edison Field. Garret Anderson’s three-run double provides enough offense for pitcher John Lackey to become the first rookie to win a seventh game since 1909 when Babe Adams accomplished the feat for the Pirates. Troy Glaus is named Series MVP.