The article reflects on the evolution of interleague play in Major League Baseball, noting how it has allowed regular season rematches of World Series teams. It highlights a particular game from 25 years ago where the Yankees faced the Braves, emphasizing the Yankees' ability to exploit pitching weaknesses early in the game. The author provides a detailed account of the game, showcasing key performances by players like Tino Martinez and Andy Pettitte, and illustrates the historical context that made such matchups less frequent prior to interleague play.
The longstanding separation of AL and NL teams in baseball made regular season matchups between World Series champions a rarity until the introduction of interleague play.
In the historic game 25 years ago, the Yankees capitalized on pitching weaknesses, scoring three early runs against a struggling Terry Mulholland.
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