This Date In Mets History: July 12 — Dwight Gooden Struggles In 1988 All-Star Game And Dick Rusteck's Birthday
On this date in 1988, Cardinals manager Whitey Herzog tapped Dwight Gooden to start the All-Star Game for the second time in three years. This was obviously the wrong move, as Gooden gave up two runs in three innings and the National League lost 2-1.
