The product is a vintage New York Mets team-issued jersey and pants from the 1980 season, featuring player #54 Gene Dusan. While his name isn't on this jersey it was owed and used by Gene Dusan through the minor and major league stint with the New York Mets. This officially licensed game-used memorabilia is a unique piece of baseball history, representing the iconic team and player from the United States. Perfect for any Mets fan or collector, this jersey and pants set is a rare find that harkens back to a bygone era in baseball.
Item: New York Mets Full Uniform Home Pinstripe 1980 Jersey and 1978 Pants #54
Drafted by the Kansas City / Oakland Athletics organization as the #17 overall pick in the 1968 MLB draft, Gene Dusan's professional baseball playing career ended in the mid 1970s – He continued his career coaching and managing within professional baseball organizations, including involvement with the Cleveland Indians organization and other minor-league affiliations. Late 1970s to early 1980s – Associated with the New York Mets organization, including service at the Major League level as a member of the coaching staff. 1980s – Continued leadership roles within professional baseball, including managerial and coaching positions within affiliated minor-league systems connected to Major League Baseball organizations. This summary is included to provide historical context for the professional baseball uniforms listed above.