Ron Hunt: Grind, Legacy, and Loss | New York Mets News

Ron Hunt, the gritty Mets legend who shattered records and battled through pain, is now in hospice at 85 — and fans are rallying to honor his legacy. A pioneer for the Mets in 1964, he became the first Met to start an All-Star Game, hit .300, and nearly won MVP. Before that, he finished second in Rookie of the Year behind Pete Rose. Over his 12-year career, he amassed 1,400+ hits and holds the 6th-highest record in MLB history for being hit by pitches — 243 times. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2018, Hunt’s toughness and loyalty to his team defined his career. His former teammates remember him as a warrior who gave everything for the game — and now, the baseball world is holding its breath as he faces his final chapter. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7d9d09d2bafe0dc4