The 2000 Yankees started their second half poorly, losing to the Marlins after Orlando Hernández gave up eight runs. The record was 46-39, tied with the Blue Jays for first in the AL East. Roger Clemens faced Ryan Dempster, and the Yankees took an early 3-0 lead thanks to back-to-back home runs from Bernie Williams and David Justice. The Marlins fought back with runs in the third and threatened in the fourth, but a double play helped the Yankees maintain their lead.
The 2000 Yankees started the second half poorly, with Orlando Hernández allowing eight runs in a loss to the Marlins, resulting in their record standing at 46-39.
Roger Clemens took the mound for the Yankees against Ryan Dempster; the Marlins struck first, but the Yankees responded with back-to-back home runs from Bernie Williams and David Justice to take a 3-0 lead.
The Marlins threatened in the fourth inning, but a 6-4-3 double play limited the damage, showcasing the Yankees' defensive strength despite Clemens' pitching struggles.
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