LOS ANGELES,CA-CIRCA 1986: Keith Hernandez of the New York Mets prepares to field against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium circa 1986 in Los Angeles,California. (Photo by Owen C. Shaw/Getty Images)
Which New York Mets deserve a spot on the franchise’s all-time defensive team?
Since the New York Mets began playing in 1962, the franchise has been privileged to have countless transcendent talents suit up in their uniform. In fact, MLB’s history books are riddled with players accomplishing amazing feats while dressed in blue and orange uniforms.
As we pause to consider the Amazin’ feats of this great franchise, one particular category stands out: defense.