Mets pitcher Johan Santana throws a no-hitter Friday night against the defending World Champion St. Louis Cardinals. After more than a half-century and more than 8,000 games, it's an exciting feeling for Mets fans. YNN'S Polly Kreisman reports from Citi Field.

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NEW YORK CITY -- Johan Santana hurls the first no hitter in Mets history against the cardinals Friday night.

Mets fans had to wait 8,020 games to see their team pitch a no-hitter.

Incidentally,17 Mets players have pitched no hitters but they were wearing other uniforms at the time.