The Mets' deal for Mike Piazza was a career minor leaguer (Geoff Goetz), a journeyman pitcher (Ed Yarnall), and a swing-happy outfielder (Preston Wilson). The trade took place in May of 1998 and transformed the Mets into an instant contender. They missed the playoffs by two games, but made the postseason in 1999 as the wild card. Piazza would hit .303, with 40 home runs... Read on
