Bruce's Journal

Bruce Slutsky was born in New York City in 1949. I retired six years ago after working as a Science/Engineering Librarian at the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark for 25 years. I was married to Karen until she passed away in February 2021. I have a son Lee who is now 35 years old. I am very much interested in the popular music of the 1960s, especially Bob Dylan and the Beatles. I am interested in rock and roll radio. I am an enthusiastic fan of the New York Mets.

Monday, February 20, 2012

The Mets Dropped the Ball on Retiring Gary Carter's Number

Last night I listened to Lori Rubinson on WFAN interview reporter Bob Klaplisch about Gary Carter. I agree with Mr. Klapisch that the Mets should have retired #8 shortly after Gary's illness was revealed. He was the heart and soul of the 1986 championship team and should have been duly honored while he was living.

The issue of retired numbers is arguable since some sports teams limit the number of retired numbers while others do not. I hope the Mets will retire #8 this season and think hard about honoring other Met players of the past.