1960s Timeline

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Feb 21, 2022

Mets Pitcher Lectures Teammates on Glenn Spaceflight, Says Maris' 61 HR's More Impressive

Feb. 21, 1962 - A member of the American Rocket Society lectured briefly today to the New York Mets on propulsion, life on other planets,...

Feb 17, 2022

Casey Stengel Promotes His New Book in St. Pete

Feb. 17, 1962 - Casey Stengel made his public debut as an author today. The 71-year-old manager of the New York Mets autographed copies...

Feb 16, 2022

Mets Sign Another Old Brooklyn Dodger, Clem Labine

Feb. 16, 1962 - Pitcher Clem Labine (pictured left with Jackie Robinson during the 1956 World Series) became the fifth former Brooklyn...

Feb 7, 2022

Pepitone Shines in Yankees Camp

Feb. 7, 1962 - The New York Mets have acquired such former Brooklyn Dodger favorites as Gil Hodges, Charlie Neal, Billy Loes, and Roger...

Dec 8, 2021

MLB: Mets Acquire Former Batting Champ Richie Ashburn

Dec. 8, 1961 - The New York Mets today acquired another slightly aged though still highly capable player they expect to give their club...