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On This Date in Mets History: The Miracle Begins

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Gem Tablak

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On this date on September 24th, 1969, the New York Mets clinched their first postseason berth by winning the National League East title after defeating the St. Louis Cardinals 6-0 at Shea Stadium.

Gary Gentry threw a complete game, four-hit shutout & Donn Clendenon hit two home runs.

Source: Mathew Brownstein

Also read: #MetsCrushMonday: Carlos Cortes

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