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A Pair of Aces: Topps 1968 Rookies Card
Two rookie hurlers took the mound for the Mets in 1968: Jerry Koosman and Nolan Ryan. Koosman was an All-Star and finished in a close second place in NL Rookie of the Year voting. Ryan recorded 133 strikeouts in 134 innings pitched.
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A Pro Who Could Throw: Pedro Martinez
With a pitching legacy that included Tom Seaver, Doc Gooden, Jerry Koosman, Jon Matlack and Nolan Ryan, the Mets have had some of the best talent in baseball. The addition of Pedro Martinez in 2005 added to the rich tradition, and the Mets distributed this bobblehead in celebration. Martinez spent four seasons as a Met […]
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Art Shamsky: The Keys to Winning in 1969
Former Met Art Shamsky details the secret to the team’s success during the 1969 championship season.
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Complete Package: Photo of 1969 Mets
The Mets went the distance to the 1969 World Series thanks to a strong bullpen. Pitching coach Rube Walker oversaw the likes of Tom Seaver, Jerry Koosman, Nolan Ryan and other aces.
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No-Han!
Johan Santana’s no-hitter against the St. Louis Cardinals was the first-ever no-no authored by a New York Mets starter, despite 50 years of great pitchers. Ironically, Tom Seaver, who pitched five one-hitters for the Mets, got his only career no-hitter against the Cardinals as a member of the Cincinnati Reds. Nolan Ryan, who also tossed […]
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Nolan Ryan 1969 Topps Baseball Card
Before he became MLB’s all-time strikeout leader (a title he still holds today), Nolan Ryan was a reliever and spot starter for the Mets. He earned a win in relief in Game 3 of the 1969 NLCS and a save in Game 3 of the 1969 World Series.
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Nolan Ryan and Gary Gentry Shine in 1969
The Mets were optimistic about their young pitching staff ahead of the 1969 season. Second-year hurler Nolan Ryan and rookie starter Gary Gentry stayed cool under pressure once the Mets reached the postseason. They combined efforts in Game 3 of the World Series, where Gentry earned the win and Ryan the save.
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Nolan Ryan Shines in Game 3 of 1969 NLCS
Nolan Ryan was productive both on the mound and in the batter’s box during Game 3 of the 1969 NLCS. In 7 innings of work, Ryan recorded 7 strikeouts and gave up just 2 runs. Offensively, he hit 2 singles and scored a run. The Mets won over the Atlanta Braves, 7-4. Ryan earned the […]
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Punching Their Ticket: Game 3 1969 NLCS
With Games 1 and 2 victories on the road, the Mets ended the 1969 NLCS in a sweep by winning Game 3 at Shea Stadium. Nolan Ryan earned the win as the Mets rolled the Atlanta Braves, 7-4. The cost to watch the Mets claim their first pennant in franchise history? Just $7 from a […]
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Ron Swoboda: Great Mets Pitching in 1969
Ron Swoboda discusses his teammates and the 1969 Mets bullpen.