2000 Yankees Diary, May 2: Pettitte looks sharp, Bernie homers in win
Briefly

Twenty-five years ago, the Yankees found their rhythm after a rough patch, securing a victory against the Cleveland Indians in a pivotal game. Andy Pettitte delivered an outstanding performance on the mound, successfully keeping the Indians scoreless early on. The Yankees struggled initially against Bobby Witt but broke the ice with Bernie Williams' homer in the fourth inning. This event spurred a solid offensive performance, allowing the Yankees to take and maintain the lead. Ultimately, that triumph marked a continuation of their successful start to the season, improving their record to 17-8.
In a tightly contested game, Andy Pettitte shined on the mound, allowing no runs through the early innings, setting the stage for a Yankees victory.
Bernie Williams' decisive home run in the fourth inning not only gave the Yankees the lead but ignited their offense, securing a critical win against Cleveland.
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