We remember the 1969 New York Mets for beating the heavily favored Orioles in the World Series in 5 games.
On this day in mid-August, the Mets were 9.5 games behind the Chicago Cubs. The young Mets caught fire in late August and went to win 102 games. The Cubs won 92 but couldn't keep up with the Mets.
Sadly, 1969 may have been Ernie Banks' best chance to play in the post season. He hit # 500 in 1970 and retired without playing in the post-season.
On this day in mid-August, the Mets were 9.5 games behind the Chicago Cubs. The young Mets caught fire in late August and went to win 102 games. The Cubs won 92 but couldn't keep up with the Mets.
Sadly, 1969 may have been Ernie Banks' best chance to play in the post season. He hit # 500 in 1970 and retired without playing in the post-season.