In 1969 the Mets Shocked the world and won the World Series against the hevily favored Baltimore Orioles. At the beginning of the 69 season the Mets were longshots to even be contenders. After getting off to a slow start the Mets went on a tear and won 100 games that year. The Mets, led by Hall Of Famer Tom Seaver, would make it to their first World Series in 1969. In the Series the Mets would face off against the Baltimore Orioles who were heavy favorites to win. The Mets shocked the world and beat The Orioles in 5 games.
