Out of the Blue

<I>Out of the Blue</I> is the story of the 2002 World Series champion Anaheim Angels chronicling the championship season while reflecting on the franchise's star-crossed history starting with original owner Gene Autry's acquisition of the club in 1961.</p><I>Out of the Blue</I> includes profiles of certain players like shortstop David Eckstein first baseman Scott Spiezio and right fielder Tim Salmon. Included is a profile of manager Mike Scioscia who put into practice the club's egoless style and work ethic.</p><I>Out of the Blue</I> reflects on the Angels' long road to glory having to overcome playing in the shadow of their regional neighbors the Dodgers the previous employers of Scioscia and his coaching staff.</p>And finally <I>Out of the Blue</I> focuses on the Angels' World Series championship the club's only one in 42 seasons which shocked the baseball world.</p>