October 7
From The Met Wiki
1973: Jon Matlack pitches a two-hit shutout over the Reds in Game 2 of the NLCS. The Mets win, 5-0, to even the Series at one win apiece.
2006: The Mets beat the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLDS to sweep the Series. Former Dodger Shawn Green makes the catch on Ramon Martinez's fly ball for the final out.
