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February 11
Mets: Mets, 2005, New York Mets announce Darryl Strawberry will rejoin the team as a special outfield instructor

February 11 in Mets History: New York Mets announce Darryl Strawberry will rejoin the team as a special outfield instructor (2005)

On February 11 2005 — The New York Mets announce their former All-Star and Rookie of the Year Darryl Strawberry will rejoin the team as a special outfield instructor during spring training....

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February 11
Mets: Mets, 1987, Ray Knight signs with the Orioles

February 11 in Mets History: Ray Knight signs with the Orioles (1987)

On February 11 1987 — After refusing the New York Mets ‘ $800,000 one-year offer, 1986 World Series MVP Ray Knight signs with the Baltimore Orioles for $475,000 plus incentives and an...

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February 10
Mets: Mets, 1982, New York Mets come to terms with slugging outfielder George Foster on a five-year deal

February 10 in Mets History: New York Mets come to terms with slugging outfielder George Foster on a five-year deal (1982)

On February 10 1982 — the New York Mets come to terms with slugging outfielder George Foster on a five-year contract, thereby completing a four-player trade with the Cincinnati Reds . The...

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February 10
Mets: Armando Benitez, 1998, Mets Sign Armando Benitez

February 10 in Mets History: Mets Sign Armando Benitez (1998)

The Mets sign relief pitcher Armando Benitez to strengthen their bullpen. More Mets history & fan-cave gifts → Source: Historical record

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February 7
Mets: Mets, 1979, Jesse Orosco Joins the Mets as the Unforgettable Player to be Named Later

February 7 in Mets History: Jesse Orosco Joins the Mets as the Unforgettable Player to be Named Later (1979)

On February 7 1979 — Minor league pitcher Jesse Orosco becomes the player to be named later, going to the New York Mets in compensation for pitcher Jerry Koosman, who had been...

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February 7
Mets: Mets, 1979, Jesse Orosco Joins the Mets as the Unforgettable Player to be Named Later

February 7 in Mets History: Jesse Orosco Joins the Mets as the Unforgettable Player to be Named Later (1979)

On February 7 1979 — Minor league pitcher Jesse Orosco becomes the player to be named later, going to the New York Mets in compensation for pitcher Jerry Koosman, who had been...

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January 31
Mets: Mets, 1962, The Mets sign former slugger Ralph Kiner, who joins Lindsey Nelson and Bob Murphy in the announcing booth.

January 31 in Mets History: The Mets sign former slugger Ralph Kiner, who joins Lindsey Nelson and Bob Murphy in the announcing booth. (1962)

On January 31 1962 — The Mets sign former slugger Ralph Kiner , who joins Lindsey Nelson and Bob Murphy in the announcing booth. More Mets history & fan-cave gifts → Source:...

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January 31
Mets: Mets, 1962, The Mets sign former slugger Ralph Kiner, who joins Lindsey Nelson and Bob Murphy in the announcing booth.

January 31 in Mets History: The Mets sign former slugger Ralph Kiner, who joins Lindsey Nelson and Bob Murphy in the announcing booth. (1962)

On January 31 1962 — The Mets sign former slugger Ralph Kiner , who joins Lindsey Nelson and Bob Murphy in the announcing booth. More Mets history & fan-cave gifts → Source:...

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January 30
Mets: Mets, 1962, 1962 – The New York Mets sign Gil Hodges for $33,000. The veteran first baseman had been languishing on the Dodgers’ bench for the

January 30 in Mets History: 1962 – The New York Mets sign Gil Hodges for $33,000. The veteran first baseman had been languishing on the Dodgers’ bench for the (1962)

On January 30 1962 — 1962 – The New York Mets sign Gil Hodges for $33,000. The veteran first baseman had been languishing on the Dodgers’ bench for the past two seasons....

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January 30
Mets: Lenny Dykstra, 1986, Mets Sign Lenny Dykstra

January 30 in Mets History: Mets Sign Lenny Dykstra (1986)

The Mets acquire outfielder Lenny Dykstra, who will become a key member of the 1986 championship team. More Mets history & fan-cave gifts → Source: Historical record

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