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Jimmy Piersall – His Mets Career 1963

On May 23, 1963 the Mets acquired outfielder Jimmy Piersall from the Washington Senators in exchange for Gil Hodges, who would go on to become the Senators manager. Piersall was best known for overcoming a nervous breakdown while a member … Continue reading

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Hobie Landrith – His Mets Career 1962

Catcher Hobie Landrith has the distinction of being the first player selected by the Mets in the 1961 expansion draft. As legend has it Met manager Casey Stengel decided to draft Landrith # 1 because as he said, “you have … Continue reading

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Casey Stengel – Mets Manager 1962 – 1965

The New York Mets knew that they were not going to win many games when they joined the National League in 1962 and therefore they also knew that they needed someone who would help them attract fans to the ballpark. … Continue reading

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Don Zimmer – His Mets Career 1962

Don Zimmer, a utility infielder who previously played for the Dodgers and Cubs, has the distinction of being the first 3rd baseman in Mets history. However his tenure with the Mets would be brief, as he appeared in just 14 … Continue reading

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Bob L Miller – His Mets Career 1962,1973-1974

Right handed pitcher Bob L. Miller was selected by the Mets in the 1961 expansion draft from the St Louis Cardinals. Miller, who had mild success with the Cardinals, was one of two Bob Millers on the Mets 1962 roster.

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