"For a franchise that was once credited with a one-run single when Robin Ventura hit a ball over the fence with the bases loaded, the grand slam has been most elusive for the Mets. For more than two seasons, it was as unattainable as a no-hitter.

The Mets had gone 299 games and 280 plate appearances with the bases loaded since their last grand slam, while their opponents had hit 18 during that span.

So when the opportunity arose in the fourth inning Tuesday night - with Jason Bay at the plate, no less - the chance of a Mets grand slam was slim."