Robin Ventura finished his major league career with 18 grand slams. But it’s a hit that only looked like a grand slam which is his signature Mets moment and a unique ending to a 15-inning, five-hour and 46-minute postseason classic. For a team that spent three weeks walking a tightrope, Game 5 of the National League Championship Series against the rival Atlanta Braves was the latest (and...
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In April 1969, humans were hundreds of thousands of miles away from setting foot on the moon just as the New York Mets seemed far away from a World Series title. By October 15, both distances had been covered and two feats once thought of as miracles were achieved. The Mets—cellar dwellers for the better part of their first seven years—headed into Game 5 on the brink of an accomplishment...
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He had been part of the Mets organization since 1991, began with the major league club in 1993, was an Opening Day starter in the mid-90s, and an All-Star in 1997. By the time they reached the postseason in 1999, Jones was one of the longest-tenured players. But when it came time to make up the playoff roster, Jones — who had a 5.61 ERA in just 12 appearances — was left off. Getting the chance...
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We’ll know pretty soon if Jesse Winker or Ryne Stanek will be among the best acquisitions made near the trade deadline. Based on Mets history, it doesn’t take much to do so. Certainly, a lot depends on not only their performance. But also the outcome of the Mets in their chase for a postseason and whatever happens beyond that. All those variables are why these five stand out. June...
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Regardless of how many Mets have been chosen to participate in the Midsummer Classic—whether it be five as in 1986 or one as in several years—there’s always the possibility of a moment similar to what’s taken place in the past. In addition to giving additional consideration to Met-hosted All-Star Games, we’re not including the Home Run Derby, so Pete Alonso would have to save a...
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