After a sensational 1997 campaign that followed up a breakout Cy Young runner-up finish in 1996, Andy Pettitte didn’t exactly get off to the right start in 1998. Looking to sweep the Orioles on this day 25 years ago, the lefty had one of his best outings of the whole year, throwing eight innings of one-run ball, finally getting his walks under control for at least one day.
May 21: Yankees 3, Orioles 1 (Box Score)
Record: 31-9, .775 (5.0 GA)
To credit Scott Erickson, he had himself a strong start in the midst of a tough season as well.