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This Day in Yankees History: The Yankees retire Don Mattingly’s number

Welcome to This Day in Yankees History. The season may be underway, but that doesn’t mean we can’t take a trip into the past. These daily posts will highlight two or three key moments in Yankees history on a given date, as well as recognize players born on the day. Hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane with us!

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25 Years Ago

Paul O’Neill hits home runs in three consecutive plate appearances and finishes the day with four hits and eight RBI. The Yankees beat the Angels 11-6, and win 22 of their next 28 games to power their way into the playoffs.