In 1967, the team’s Press-Radio-TV Guide listed the spring roster, including the names of a few pitchers who would have a major impact on the club in years to come: Tom Seaver, Jerry Koosman and Nolan Ryan.

Take a peek at the steady southpaw who helped the Mets win the 1969 World Series. Jerry Koosman left his name all over franchise history and the record books. In recognition of his contributions, the Mets retired his no. 36 in 2021. Koosman was the fifth Met so honored, joining Mets legends Casey Stengel, Gil […]

Enjoy clips from Tom Seaver’s MLB debut with commentary from the ace himself. Oh yeah, and enjoy Seaver’s haircut that made him look like the fifth Beatle.

Dozens of Mets have been inducted into the organization’s Hall of Fame, from founder Joan Payson to legendary broadcaster Ralph Kiner to on-field heroes like Tom Seaver and Mike Piazza. In the pursuit of excellence, each of them made a significant and lasting contribution to the franchise, so it seems only fitting that their bronze […]

MLB went down as the Year of the Pitcher in 1968, and the Mets had a bullpen set to follow the trend for the ’69 season. Tom Seaver was a 25-game and Cy Young Award winner. Seaver and Jerry Koosman were named All-Stars, while Ron Taylor and Tug McGraw had double-digit saves. The entire staff […]