Mike Scioscia steps down as Angels’ manager after 19 years

Mike Scioscia stepped down as manager of the Angels after 19 seasons on Sunday, ending the longest current tenure in the majors with a come-from-behind victory.

He guided the Angels to the franchise’s only World Series title in 2002, defeating the Giants in seven games.

The Angels sent him out a winner, rallying to beat the playoff-bound A’s 5-4 on Taylor Ward’s two-run, ninth-inning homer.

Scioscia was in the final year of his contract, and his departure had been expected. He said he talked to his wife, Anne, and had made his decision during that time.

The Angels finished 80-82, the first time they’ve had three straight losing seasons under Scioscia. They haven’t won a postseason game since 2009.