They range from the most recently published to handpicked titles that would interest a long-time Mets fan.
Among them include books written by Greg Prince, Ron Darling, and Keith Hernandez — yet nothing from Gary Cohen!
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The New York Mets Essential Games Of Shea Stadium
A six-DVD set of memorable games played at the old Shea Stadium.
DISC 1: 1969 World Series® Game 4 vs Baltimore Orioles
Tom Seaver s 10-inning win was a decisive point of the 69 World Series as the Mets upset the heavily favored Orioles.
DISC 2: 1986: National League® Championship Series Game 3 vs Houston Astros
This come-from-behind bottom-of-the-ninth victory ended with Lenny Dykstra s famous walk-off home run.
DISC 3: 1986: World Series Game 6 vs Boston Red Sox
Considered “Baseball s greatest game , this improbable 10th-inning, miracle two-out comeback reached its climax with Mookie Wilson s swing and …here comes Knight and the Mets win it!
DISC 4: 1999: National League Championship Series Game 5 vs Atlanta Braves
Robin Ventura s “grand slam single” won this 15-inning game endurance test.
DISC 5: Sept. 21, 2001: Regular season vs Atlanta Braves
The emotionally charged first game in New York City after the 9/11 terrorist attacks was electrified by Mike Piazza s 8th inning 2-run home run.
DISC 6: May 19, 2006: Inter-League vs New York Yankees
David Wright s walk-off hit snatched victory away from the cross-town rival Yankees in this classic see-saw battle.
DVD Features: 1969 World Series Last Inning; Gary Carter Game-Winning HR (1985 Opening Day vs. Cardinals); 1986 NL East Division Clincher Highlights (September 17 vs. Cubs); 1986 World Series Game 7 Highlights; Matt Franco GW RBI (July 10, 1999 vs. Yankees); Todd Pratt GW HR (1999 NLDS Game 4 vs. Diamondbacks); Mets Win National League Pennant (2000 NLCS Game 5 vs. Cardinals); 2006 Walk-Off Moments; Mets Clinch NL East Division (September 19, 2006 vs. Marlins); Clutch Catch by Endy Chavez (2006 NLCS Game 7); Bill Shea Interview
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Did your dad grow up with the Mets?
This book chronicles the early years of the New York Mets, from their clownish 120-loss inaugural season to their improbable 1969 World Series Championship — which fittingly coincided with man’s landing on the moon.
Chock full of quotes from Casey Stengel and visions of Hot Rod Kanehl, Choo Choo Coleman, Marvelous Marv Throneberry, and Ron Swoboda (among others — over 100 player interviews in all), this tome is THE definitive narrative on the birth and adolescence of the New York Mets.
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Former New York Mets pitcher and Emmy-award winning broadcast analyst Ron Darling wrote this insightful book on what goes through a pitcher’s head before, during, and after a Major League Baseball game.
If you are old enough to remember Darling, he was the typical enigma on the mound. Despite an Ivy League education, he fit the mold of many physically gifted pitchers — those with the million-dollar arm and a ten-cent head. Only it wasn’t Darling’s lack of intelligence that held him back — in fact, it was the opposite: he thought TOO MUCH.
That said, he is most fitting as the author of a book inside the mind of an MLB pitcher, opening the door to all the thoughts that can go through a pitcher’s mind in various situations, and his options in dealing with them.
This is an outstanding read for anyone who considers themself a “student of the game”, and is recommended for young pitchers aspiring to reach the big leagues.
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Did your dad live through perhaps the most painful decade of Mets history? Help him relive the pain by buying him this book, a reflection on the Mets feverishly fast fall from grace.
If you’re too young to remember, the Mets came within one game of winning the 1973 World Series, and seemed poised for success in the following years. They had a young and talented pitching staff, the best defense in the National League, and a clutch hitter named Rusty Staub in his prime. But a series of bumbling decisions, mismanagement, and an empty farm system sent the once-promising franchise to the cellar. And you thought “collapse” was a recent addition to Mets history!
Through massive research and player interviews, author Jacob Kanarek guides you through all the pitfalls, dashed dreams, and behind-the-scenes moves that destroyed the organization. It may be considered a study in how to fail, and should be recommended reading for anyone who doesn’t want to see history repeat itself.
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This one is hot off the press and already receiving rave reviews!
Former New York Met fan favorite and current SNY announcer Keith Hernandez gives his view of the team’s final season in Shea Stadium, with help from prolific author Matt Silverman.
Keith Hernandez is his typically uninhibited self, expressing opinionated views on everything that happened during the 2008 Mets season — from spring training, through the Willie Randolph firing, to the team’s second consecutive collapse in the final days of the season.
This one is a must-read for anyone who wants to know what REALLY doomed the Mets in 2008.
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One of the longest-running Mets blogs is Faith and Fear in Flushing, and blog owner Greg Prince has finally contained his fandom within the confines of a bound book.
If you like Faith and Fear the blog, you’ll love the book. If you’ve never experienced Prince’s no-holds-barred blog, but you want to find comfort in knowing you are not the only Mets fan who feels frustrated, ecstatic, livid, joyous, and angered — all at once — 162 times a year, then buy this book.
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Nothing like waking up barbecued chicken and ribs with a little “BAM” !
This extra-special hot sauce from HotSauce Harry’s has a tangy zing and is contained in bottle licensed by the New York Mets.
The price may seem high until you realize that it includes a set of four 5-oz. jars, not just one.
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Why cook with a naked propane tank? Dress it up in Mets style, using a logoed cover.
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