"The way I see it, the Mets should definitely use this summer – the 50th anniversary of the team – to honor Carter’s place in their history, just like they will probably do for other prominent players as well. However, if the team had no intention of retiring his No. 8 before today’s news (based solely on his talent) than they should definitely not retire his number now (based on his cancer). I loved Carter as a player when I was growing up. He made the game fun for me as a fan. Today’s news should simply provide motivation for the team to act sooner than later. However, his charm, popularity, stats and accomplishments from yesterday should if his number his retired … not because he’s sick today."I 100% agree with Matt on this one. I feel like the Mets should have retired his number long before his diagnosis. Gary was a huge part of the teams success and played a major role in the 86 WS. He could have been the last out in game 6, handing Boston the series ending win, instead he started the legendary comeback. He brought an energy to the Mets and their fan base that is hard to match. According to the website Mets By The Numbers #8 hasn't been worn since 2002, by Matt Galante, a coach. No one of major importance to the Mets success (no offense to them) has worn #8 since Gary. It seems like in a way it's already retired although not hung on the outfield wall.
Tailgate with us on Saturday July 19th before the Mets take on the Reds and the team retires David Wright's number 5!
Tailgate with us on Saturday July 5th! You don't need to be sitting with The 7 Line Army to tailgate together. Let's get the good vibes started in the parking lot and hopefully they continue until last pitch. Food, drinks, games, music and more in the Marina Lot.
Swing by the K Korner on Monday June 23rd before the Mets take on the Braves. If you're sitting with us or not, you can enjoy exclusive specials on Montauk draft beers by rocking any of your T7L merch to the bar.
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