They brought the minimum number of batters to the plate in six of the first seven innings.

But, none brings the magic to the plate like Strawberry.

The Mets couldn't respond despite bringing the top and middle of the order to the plate in the last two innings.

That brought Wright to the plate with the bases loaded and one out.

That brought the go-ahead run to the plate in Clark, who struck out swinging to end the game.

That brought Piazza to the plate with one out and runners at first and second.

That brought Leonard to the plate with runners at first and second.

Knoblauch reached second base with one out in the bottom of the 12th, bringing Soriano to the plate.

It gave the Rockies a 3-1 lead and brought Galarraga to the plate.

They should be looking at what breadth of knowledge the older generation can bring to the plate.