Numbers Don't Lie: Mets: The Biggest Numbers in Mets History [Paperback]

Numbers Don't Lie: Behind the Biggest Numbers in Mets Historydetails the numbers every Mets fan should know by heart. Authors Russ Cohen and Adam Raider tell the stories behind the most memorable moments and achievements in Mets history, including 6: the number of Gold Gloves Keith Hernandez earned in his career; 480: the distance in feet Tommy Agee's home run traveled on April 10, 1969; and 696: the record number of at bats Jose Reyes had in in 2005 to set a franchise record. With dozens of entries that span more than a half-century of Mets magic, this resource is an engaging, unique look back at the history of one of baseball's most entertaining franchises.

Russ Cohenis a sports journalist whose work has appeared in numerous places, including on FoxSports.com and NHL.com. He is the author ofBaseball’s Best Rookies,Strike Three, andThe Winter Classic: The NHL’s Savior. He lives in Glassboro, New Jersey.Adam Raideris a writer and a former columnist and contributing editor forNew England Hockey Journaland author ofFrozen in Time: The Minnesota North Stars. He lives in West Hartford, Connecticut. They are the coauthors of100 Things Rangers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die. Howard Johnsonwas a two-time All-Star and a two-time World Series champion in his 13-year career.

A complete look at the important numbers from the rich history of the New York Mets