The New York Mets will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the franchise this year. Earlier this week, longtime New York Times reporter George Vescey wrote a tribute to the National League franchise, sharing never-before heard stories and memories. Below are three short excerpts of Vescey’s story.
On the eve of the New York Mets first game in franchise history, general manager George Weiss was asked what his goal was for the fledgling franchise.
Tom Seaver strikes out 13 Cincinnati Reds in a 2-1 loss to the Cincinnati Reds in Game 1 of the 1973 National League Championship Series at Riverfront Stadium.
The New York Mets recorded their first win in franchise history on this day, 9-1, at Forbes Field. The mets scored nine runs, pounded out 14 hits and Jay Hook fired a five-hit complete game for the win.