John Franco to Mets Hall of Fame

The New York Mets announced retired closer John Franco will be inducted into the Mets Hall of Fame on June 3, prior to the 1:10 p.m. game against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Franco, who still works for the Mets as a club ambassador, called the recognition, “a tremendous honor,” according to a statement from the Mets.

Franco spent 14 seasons with the club from 1990-2004, saving 276 games, a team record. He also holds the team’s all-time games pitched record with 695.

“John set a very high standard during his career both on and off the field,” Mets COO Jeff Wilpon, who serves as ex-officio for the Selection Committee said in a statement. “It’s great that during our 50th anniversary season we can have John—a true New Yorker in every sense—inducted into the Mets Hall of Fame.”

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