The Mets win their first opener ever at Shea Stadium‚ beating the Expos‚ 4 – 2‚ in 5 innings. Heavy rain and wind cuts the contest short. Tom Seaver is the winner over Carl Morton.

On April 6, 1971 – – The Mets win their first opener ever at Shea Stadium‚ beating the Expos‚ 4 – 2‚ in 5 innings. Heavy rain and wind cuts the contest short. Tom Seaver is the winner over Carl Morton.

 

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Baseball Reference April 6