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The New York Mets have announced that they will commemorate Johan Santana‘s historic no-hitter this season.
In a statement released by the organization on Monday, the Mets revealed that they would host a pre-game ceremony commemorating the 10th anniversary of Santana’s no-hitter on Tuesday, May 31, before the game against the Washington Nationals.
If you need reminding, although that seems unlikely, Santana delivered a moment on June 1, 2012, that will live on in Mets history forever.
In an 8-0 win over the Cardinals at Citi Field, Santana dug deep into his repertoire and gave everything he had to deliver the first no-hitter in franchise history.
MMO’s Rob Piersall flashbacked to that magic night in Queens.
After a long 50 years and 8,019 games, the two-times Cy Young Award Winner achieved what Mets greats like Tom Seaver and Dwight Gooden had just fallen short of.
That June night is historic, iconic, and legendary, with then Mets manager Terry Collins putting Santana on a 115-pitch limit before the game, only for the lefty to change his manager’s mind after the seventh inning with history within his grasp.
Santana threw 134 pitches in the game, including the now-iconic changeup pitch to strike out David Freese and forever write himself into the history books.
And the Mets now plan to celebrate that incredible evening by honoring Santana and his catcher on that night, Josh Thole, with Santana detailing just what this announcement means to him.
“I still remember how I felt that night,” Santana said. “I knew how much it meant to New York Mets fans. I was very proud to be a part of the first no-hitter, and I can’t wait to celebrate with the fans on May 31.
“It holds a special place in my heart.”
The Mets also announced that both Santana and Thole would take part in the return of Old Timers’ Day on Saturday, August 27, with Owner Steve Cohen once again making it clear that, under his watch, the franchise will be dedicated to celebrating its rich history.
Mets fans can secure their seats for the pre-game ceremony honoring Santana’s no-hitter by visiting Mets.com/tickets.
