This Date in Mets History: June 10
Super long extra-inning games aren't always as painful to watch as this weekend's.
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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.
