New York Mets trade franchise pitcher Tom Seaver just moments before the trading deadline

New York Mets trade franchise pitcher Tom Seaver just moments before the trading deadline

On June 15, 1977 – In an unpopular move, the New York Mets trade franchise pitcher Tom Seaver just moments before the trading deadline. The Mets send Seaver to the Cincinnati Reds for four lesser players: infielder Doug Flynn, outfielders Steve Henderson and Dan Norman, and pitcher Pat Zachry. Seaver will go on to win…