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Ron Swoboda: On 1969 Mets Rookies & Vets
Ron Swoboda explains the relationship between experienced players and newcomers on his 1969 Mets team.
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Ron Swoboda: Preparing for “The Catch”
Ron Swoboda shares the practice routine that led up to his memorable diving catch in Game 4 of the 1969 World Series.
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Ron Swoboda: Seaver in 1969 World Series
Mets ace Tom Seaver held steady on the mound in Game 4 of the 1969 World Series, teammate Ron Swoboda explains.
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Ron Swoboda: The Cubs Downfall in August
In 1969, the Mets chased the Chicago Cubs for first place of the NL East Division all season. Former Met Ron Swoboda details when the Cubs began to falter.
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Ron Swoboda: The Intellect of Gil Hodges
Ron Swoboda explains the innovation of Gil Hodges, manager of the 1969 World Series champion Mets.
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Ron Swoboda: The Legacy of “The Catch”
Ron Swoboda discusses the legacy of his incredible catch in Game 4 of the 1969 World Series.
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Ron Swoboda’s Strong Stats in 1969
Outfielder Ron Swoboda put up solid numbers during the 1969 season, as recorded in this stat binder. Swoboda played well during a mid-summer series against the Montreal Expos on the road, notching a two-RBI single as a pinch hitter on July 19, plus a three-hit game on July 20.
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Seaver and Co. Return for Old Timers Day
Tom Seaver and fellow former Mets Rusty Staub, Buddy Harrelson, Al Weis, Ron Swoboda and Art Shamsky saluted fans at Shea Stadium during an Old Timers Day, a long Mets tradition of hosting former players at the ballpark for exhibition games.
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Seeing Stars: 1969 Mets Pinhole Toy
Peer through the pinhole into a universe of Mets stars from the 1969 team. By clicking a small button at the base of the toy, fans of all ages could take a peek at the Miracle Mets team that made the World Series victory possible, including Cleon Jones, Tom Seaver, Ken Boswell, Tommie Agee, Donn […]
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Swinging Like Swoboda: 1969 World Series
Ron Swoboda was a regular Mets outfielder between 1965 and 1970. He led the team with 6 hits during the 1969 World Series, but perhaps Swoboda is best remembered for his diving outfield catch in Game 4.