The New York Yankees blow a 6 – 1 lead as the Anaheim Angels bounce back for a 9 – 6 victory and a two games to one lead in their ALDS. Tim Salmon and Adam Kennedy hit home runs for Anaheim and rookie Francisco Rodriguez again gets the victory in relief.

On October 4, 2002 — The New York Yankees blow a 6 – 1 lead as the Anaheim Angels bounce back for a 9 – 6 victory and a two games to one lead in their ALDS. Tim Salmon and Adam Kennedy hit home runs for Anaheim and rookie Francisco Rodriguez again gets the victory in relief.

 

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