Remarkably, it ended in a scoreless tie after 18 innings. The game that Gardner fans will never forget is when he pitched an incredible 15 shutout innings during the final game of the 1965 season against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Rob Gardner's Unforgettable Game With the New York Mets Throughout his time with the Mets, Gardner made 46 appearances, including 21 starts, and had a respectable 4.79 ERA with 93 strikeouts.
Gardner started his Major League Baseball career with the Mets in 1965, stepping onto the field for his first game against the Astros.
