Author: Rob Silverman

Heroes of ’69: Jerry Koosman Lived For The Big Games

Throughout our history, we’ve had our fair share of great pitchers. The names Seaver, Gooden, Santana and even deGrom quickly come to mind. However, if there was one game that your life depended on, and if your team really needed a big win, there’s only one name you’ll see at the top of the list; Jerry Koosman. The best lefty in team history, Koosman was always capable of shining in...

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Roberto Clemente: The Legend Behind the Award

Throughout Baseball’s glorious history there have been hundreds of players idolized in their hometown. Occasionally, but seldom, does a player come along whose greatness extends beyond the city where they play. And then there’s Roberto Clemente, the first ballplayer to be revered on two continents. On the final day of the 1972 season, September 30th, Roberto Clemente doubled off Mets rookie Jon...

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Remembering Gary Carter, The Kid In All Of Us

Remembering Gary Carter on the six-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 out...

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Amazin’ Memories: Cleon Jones, the Agony and the Ecstasy

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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Roberto Clemente: The Legend Behind the Award

Throughout Baseball’s glorious history there have been hundreds of players idolized in their hometown. Occasionally, but seldom, does a player come along whose greatness extends beyond the city where they play. And then there’s Roberto Clemente, the first ballplayer to be revered on two continents. On the final day of the 1972 season, September 30th, Roberto Clemente doubled off Mets rookie Jon...

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