The Dominant Season of the 1986 New York Mets (Part 1)

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vThe Mets started the 1986 season 2-3 before winning 13 consecutive games. They took over first place in their division after only 10 games and held it for the rest of the season. By the end of May, the Mets were 31-12. If you’re not a fan of Olympic Weightlifting, or a lifter yourself, you’re probably asking who Lee James is? It’s not surprising that one would ask that question because Olympic weightlifting has never been a popular sport in America. Most USA lifters get very little recognition, and they don’t receive compensation for the countless hours they devote to the sport....

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