Best Jerry Koosman memories: Mets teammates on his talent, toughness and sense of humor

Koosman is having his No. 36 retired on Aug. 28 at Citi Field

8/28/2021, 4:01 PM
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Oct 12, 1969; Baltimore, MD, USA; FILE PHOTO; New York Mets pitcher Jerry Koosman (36) walks out of the dugout against the the Baltimore Orioles during Game 2 of the 1969 World Series at Memorial Stadium. The Mets defeated the Orioles 2-1. / Dick Raphael-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 12, 1969; Baltimore, MD, USA; FILE PHOTO; New York Mets pitcher Jerry Koosman (36) walks out of the dugout against the the Baltimore Orioles during Game 2 of the 1969 World Series at Memorial Stadium. The Mets defeated the Orioles 2-1. / Dick Raphael-USA TODAY Sports

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