The 2000-2003 Post-Dynasty Struggle

Lore & Background

The Mets were founded in 1962 after the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Giants relocated to California. The team's nickname 'Mets' is a shorthand for the 'New York Metropolitan Baseball Club, Inc.', referencing the earlier 'Metropolitans' team. The Mets played at the Polo Grounds in 1962 and 1963, then at Shea Stadium from 1964 to 2008, and have played at Citi Field since 2009. The 'Miracle Mets' won the 1969 World Series, and the team won a second World Series in 1986. The Mets have won five National League pennants and six NL East division titles. Since 2020, the team has been owned by Steve Cohen.

Reader's Guide

The Mets compete in the National League East Division. Their home games are played at Citi Field in Queens, New York. The team has a historic rivalry with the New York Yankees. Key figures in team history include Tom Seaver, who led the 1969 World Series win, and William Shea, who helped bring National League baseball back to New York.

Did You Know?

• The Mets' 1962 inaugural season record of 40–120 is the second-most regular-season losses since MLB adopted a 162-game schedule.
• The 1969 Mets are known as the 'Miracle Mets' after winning the World Series despite having a 100-win season.
• Shea Stadium was named after William Shea, founder of the Continental League.