Six Decades Strong Fitted: New Era Celebrates Mets 60th Anniversary with Royal Blue Tribute

New Era is taking us on a trip through Flushing’s finest memories with the Los Mets New York Mets 60th Anniversary 59FIFTY fitted hat, now available at ecapcity for just $29.99. This royal blue tribute features a clean black crown with a striking green under brim, topped off with a commemorative 60th anniversary side patch that honors six decades of Amazin’ Mets baseball. From their humble beginnings as expansion team underdogs to World Series champions, this fitted celebrates the franchise’s incredible journey from 1962 to today.

The Mets’ story is filled with unforgettable moments that every fan should know. While their first-ever game was an 11-4 loss to the Cardinals in St. Louis on April 11, 1962, it took until April 23 for the team to notch their first victory with a dominant 9-1 win in Pittsburgh. The franchise’s early years were marked by fascinating transitions, including their final game at the historic Polo Grounds on September 18, 1963, where only 1,752 fans witnessed a 5-1 loss to the Phillies. Even Shea Stadium’s naming has a great backstory, as it was originally planned to be called ‘Flushing Meadows Stadium’ until Mayor Wagner officially changed it to honor William A. Shea in February 1963. The stadium’s opening day in 1964 saw Willie Stargell of the Pirates record the very first hit, a line-drive home run off Jack Fisher that would be the first of many incredible moments in Mets franchise history.

What makes this 60th anniversary fitted special for collectors is how it represents the entire scope of Mets history, from Casey Stengel’s lovable losers to the Miracle Mets of 1969 and the powerhouse 1986 championship team. The royal blue and black colorway perfectly captures the classic Mets aesthetic, while that green under brim adds a modern twist that makes this piece stand out in any collection. Available in sizes 7 through 8, this anniversary tribute is a must-have for any serious Mets fitted collector looking to celebrate six decades of baseball magic in Queens.