Morning Briefing: Baseball Reacts To Keith Hernandez’s Number Retirement
Good morning, Mets fans!
A huge congratulations to our friend. pic.twitter.com/MFBFuf3Lne
— Steve Gelbs (@SteveGelbs) January 11, 2022
The Mets announced they will be retiring Keith Hernandez‘s number 17 jersey and Gary Cohen, Ron Darling and Steve Gelbs shared a special message with him. Michael Garaffa rounds up everything surrounding the announcement.
The retirement of Keith Hernandez’s number 17 is one of the most joyous announcements in Mets franchise history. Long time coming, but just perfect in conjunction with the upcoming 60th anniversary season. Bravo to the soul of a championship team.
— Howie Rose (@HowieRose) January 11, 2022
Howie Rose congratulated Hernandez for receiving the special honor.
Congratulations to @keithhernandez !!!! https://t.co/iidXdlQ88k
— Lenny Dykstra (@LennyDykstra) January 12, 2022
Hernandez’s former teammate Lenny Dykstra took to Twitter to congratulate him
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2009: Rickey Henderson was elected into the Hall of Fame. In 152 games with the Mets (over the span of two seasons), the Man of Steal slashed .298/.416/.423 and hit 12 homers, driving in 44 runs.
Birthdays: Randy Jones (72), Jorge Velandia (47) and Luis Ayala (44).
Let’s go Mets!
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