1971 New York Mets Key Players: Seaver, McGraw, Singleton
The page highlights key players from the New York Mets as of the early 1970s. Jim McAndrew, a pitcher known for his tough luck, had a 10-14 record in 1970 despite a strong 3.57 ERA. He previously excelled at the University of Iowa and led the Eastern League in ERA in 1967. Tug McGraw, a reliable bullpen pitcher and left-handed ace, had a 4-6 record with a 3.26 ERA and 10 saves in 1970. Renowned for his 9-3 record during the Mets' championship run, he maintained a career ERA of 2.25. Tom Seaver, the celebrated pitcher who won the 1969 NL Cy Young Award, had a 'disappointing' 1970 season with an 18-12 record, but still led the league in ERA and strikeouts. Art Shamsky, a first base-outfielder, batted .293 with 11 home runs and 49 RBIs. Ken Singleton, an emerging power hitter from New York, hit .263 in 69 games but was hampered by injury.