E20: "Miracle Met" Art Shamsky on the Lasting Impact of the '69 Mets
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This episode of the Erik Sherman Show features a conversation with New York Mets legend Art Shamsky, as he discusses his remarkable career and the lasting impact of the 1969 "Miracle Mets." Shamsky shares his journey from the Cincinnati Reds to the Mets, the influence of manager Gil Hodges, and the unforgettable 1969 World Series victory. He also reflects on the enduring brotherhood of the '69 Mets team and the trip he and his teammates took to visit an ailing Tom Seaver, which became the subject of his book with Erik Sherman, "After the Miracle." Tune in to hear insights, anecdotes, and the nostalgia of one of baseball's most incredible underdog stories.
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