1969 Mets Key Players: Profiles and Achievements Highlight
The page from the 1971 Illustrated Digest of Baseball highlights key players from the New York Mets. Notable among them is Tommie Agee, an outfielder who set club records in runs, hits, and stolen bases in 1970, and was a defensive star in the 1969 World Series. Ken Boswell, an infielder, made a significant impact by setting a major league record for consecutive errorless games by a second baseman. Donn Clendenon, a first baseman, was noted for setting team records for RBIs in a season and a single game. Wayne Garrett, another infielder, emerged as a reliable player with a solid batting average and performance in the 1969 Championship Series. Jerry Grote, as one of the finest catchers, was an All-Star in 1970. Bud Harrelson, an infielder, showcased exceptional defensive skills. Outfielder Cleon Jones had a standout hitting streak and impressive base-stealing.