Anecdotes

Hit a home run at Shea Stadium in his final at bat in the major leagues against the Montreal Expos.

Has hit a home run with 11 different teams (the Major League Record)

Holds the record for most home runs by a player with the last name starting with the letter "Z" (253).

He is directly descended from early U.S. Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams.

Has played for 11 teams and retired October 3, 2004 after spending 16 years in the Major Leagues.

Married to 1984 Olympic gold medalist Julianne McNamara.

Back with the Mets as a reserve infielder. (mars 2004)

Retired from baseball on 3 October 2004. (octobre 2004)