The Mets’ creation in 1962 sought to fill the void left by the Dodgers and Giants, leading to a unique baseball family connection that thrives today.
The only postseason contest between the Dodgers and Mets in the NLCS occurred in 1988, wherein the Dodgers secured a historic Game 7 victory at home.
Playing at the Polo Grounds, the Mets adopted colors from the franchises they aimed to succeed, blending the legacy of both the Giants and Dodgers.
The Mets experienced an abysmal 40-120 record in their inaugural season, setting a Modern Era record for losses that persisted until 2024.
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