- Hit .455 in the 1969 World Series including a game-tying home run off Dave McNally in Game 5 eventually won by the Mets, who wrapped up the Series with that victory.
- Was a switch hitter until 1969, when he decided to concentrate on batting only righthanded.
- Released by the Mets in 1971.
- Acquired by the Mets along with outfielder Tommie Agee from the Chicago White Sox on December 15, 1967 for outfielder Tommy Davis, pitchers 'Jack Fisher (III)' and Billy Wynne, and minor league catcher Buddy Booker.
- Was a utility infielder who could play second base, shortstop, or third base.
- Second Baseman/Shortstop for Chicago White Sox (1962-1967) and New York Mets (1968-1971).
- Member of 1969 World Series Champion New York Mets team.
- Could recall every single home run he ever hit in the Major Leagues.
- Suffered a broken leg in 1967 during a violent collision at second base with Frank Robinson. Recovered completely by the time he joined the Mets.
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