On June 9th, the Yankees faced the Mets in a notable interleague game that would ignite a fierce rivalry between the two New York teams. The Mets dominated the game, particularly targeting pitcher Roger Clemens, who struggled early on. Mike Piazza's grand slam marked a pivotal moment, leading to a significant feud with Clemens that would escalate throughout the season. This game set the groundwork for a saga that would culminate in an unprecedented World Series matchup between the two franchises, highlighting the fierce competition for city bragging rights.
The Mets lineup had Clemens' number right from the jump, as Jason Tyner led off the game with a line drive double.
Although Piazza had gotten to the Rocket in seasons past, this slam in particular marked the unofficial beginning of Clemens' long feud with Piazza.
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