The New York Mets, a stalwart in American professional baseball, call the vibrant borough of Queens in New York City their home. Competing in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a proud member of the National League (NL) East division, the Mets share the city's baseball spotlight with their counterparts, the American League's (AL) New York Yankees. Established in 1962 as one of baseball's first expansion teams, the Mets entered the scene to fill the void left by the departure of New York's beloved NL teams, the Brooklyn Dodgers, and the New York Giants.

 

The team's distinctive colors pay homage to their predecessors, combining the blue of the Dodgers and the orange of the Giants, creating a visual link to the city's baseball history. In the early years, the Mets played their home games at the Polo Grounds in Manhattan for the 1962 and 1963 seasons before making the move to Queens. From 1964 to 2008, Shea Stadium served as the Mets' home ground, named in honor of William Shea, the visionary behind the proposed Continental League, whose announcement paved the way for the Mets' entry as an NL expansion team. Since 2009, Citi Field has been the Mets' home, standing adjacent to the site where Shea Stadium once stood.

 

The Mets' inaugural season in 1962 was marked by adversity, as they posted a record of 40–120, the worst in regular-season history since MLB adopted a 162-game schedule. Throughout the 1960s, the team struggled, never finishing higher than second-to-last until the memorable "Miracle Mets" achieved the seemingly impossible by defeating the Baltimore Orioles in the 1969 World Series, considered one of the greatest upsets in World Series history. Despite winning 100 games that season, the Mets' triumph solidified their place in baseball lore.

 

Over the years, the Mets have earned their place in postseason contention, securing ten playoff appearances, clinching the World Series title twice (in 1969 and 1986), and proudly raising the National League pennant five times, most recently in 2000 and 2015. The team has also claimed six National League East division titles.

 

In recent times, the Mets have been under the ownership of billionaire hedge fund manager Steve Cohen, who acquired the team for a staggering $2.4 billion in 2020. According to Forbes, as of 2023, the Mets stand as the sixth most valuable MLB team, boasting a valuation of $2.9 billion.

 

As the 2023 regular season concluded, the Mets' overall win–loss record stands at 4,727–5,075–8, showcasing their enduring presence in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball with a win percentage of .482. With a rich history, a passionate fan base, and a commitment to success, the New York Mets continue to be a dynamic force in the world of professional baseball.