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New York Mets purchased Frank Lary from the Detroit Tigers on May 30, 1964.

New York Mets sold Kevin Lomon to the Atlanta Braves on May 30, 1995.

David Cone announced his retirement on May 30, 2003.

New York Mets released Eric Cammack on May 30, 2003.

New York Mets signed free agent Mike DiFelice on May 30, 2006.

New York Mets traded Ramon Castro to the Chicago White Sox for Lance Broadway on May 30, 2009.

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All-Time Mets Leaders
Shutouts
1. Tom Seaver 44 Seaver
2. Jerry Koosman 26
Jon Matlack 26
4. Dwight Gooden 23
5. David Cone 15
6. Al Jackson 10 Koosman
Ron Darling 10
8. Sid Fernandez 9
Bob Ojeda 9
10. Gary Gentry 8



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