I was about six-years-old when my father threatened to throw me out of the house. The reason was simple. I told him I was going to be a Yankees fan. It was the early 1970s and I knew nothing about baseball. But still, I was going to root for the Yankees. Why? As my dad watched the local news one night, the sports came on. I was close by, doing whatever a typical six-year-old does. The Yankees...
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When he removed his Mets uniform for the final time he was our all-time leader in hits, runs, RBI, doubles and 2nd in batting average. There was no fanfare, no celebration of his achievements, no day honoring his accomplishments after a decade of playing in New York. Instead, he lumbered away, head down, disgraced, a beaten man. He’s one of very few Mets who can call himself a two-time pennant...
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I looked up at my parents. My mom gripped my dad’s arm, patting his back lovingly. My dad stood, gazing down, dabbing his eyes. My family made the somber journey to the cemetery on Long Island a few times during the year, usually around the Jewish holidays and always on Father’s Day. I followed my father’s sight-line, reading the inscription on the marble gravestones. I had no memory of my...
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Remembering Gary Carter on the eight-year anniversary of his death. He was a great baseball player, a tremendous family man, and the best friend anyone could ever have. Most of all, he will always be remembered as The Kid to all who knew him because of his passion and enthusiasm for life and for baseball. We miss you, Gary… * * * * * * * * * * Keith Hernandez flied out to center for the second...
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On Jan. 8, 2003, storied New York Mets catcher Gary Carter was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on his sixth try with 78 percent of the vote. Carter played five seasons with the Mets including the 1986 championship season. Enjoy this fun article about one of Gary’s most memorable moments! * * * * * * * * * * * Keith Hernandez flied out to center for the second out of the...
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