In front of only 1,754 patrons, Mets southpaw Pete Falcone beats the Pirates in the season’s last game at Shea Stadium, 3-1. The crowd is the smallest ever to attend a game at the Flushing ballpark, 33 fewer fans than yesterday’s meager gathering.

On September 30, 1980 — In front of only 1,754 patrons, Mets southpaw Pete Falcone beats the Pirates in the season’s last game at Shea Stadium, 3-1. The crowd is the smallest ever to attend a game at the Flushing ballpark, 33 fewer fans than yesterday’s meager gathering.

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