 The 1973 Mets were much improved from their "miracle" 1969 team.They had a group of young proven stars—including Jon Matlack, Rusty Staub, John Milner, and Félix Millán—mixed in with veterans from the 1969 club, such as Jerry Grote, Cleon Jones, Wayne Garrett, and Bud Harrelson.Their pitching staff, led by Tom Seaver, was among the finest in baseball.