1983: Darryl Strawberry #18 of the New York Mets runs between bases during a game in the 1983 MLB Season. (Photo by Rich Pilling/MLB Photos via Getty Images)
The virtual New York Mets open the 1980s with Darryl Strawberry making his debut.
The last time the virtual New York Mets began a new decade, there was a good feeling around the team. The club had winning momentum carrying into the 1970s and came away with a championship in 1971 after falling in the playoffs one year prior.
Things are a little different with the 1980 season.