New York Daily News: Life in the Bush Leagues
The newspaper sent a writer and photographer to Marion 52 years ago to cover the Baby Mets
Marion Mets Newsletter – Issue 18
On this date, August 8, 1971, the New York Daily News published a two-page spread about the Marion Mets. The story focused on the players' aspirations for the big leagues, the day-to-day struggles of their manager and the team’s 19-year-old general manager. You may recognize him.
I did a screenshot of the article in four sections and placed those below. I hope it’s readable. If not, let me know at chadoz97@gmail.com and I can try another delivery method. 😊
Really interesting article, Chad. Good hat tip to JR, or James Raymond, as we knew him growing up. We played baseball together, often as pitcher and carcher. Really liked him and was glad for his success with the Mets.