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Rose-y read

Mets announcer puts thoughts ‘in the book’

Who better to put it in a book than Howie Rose?

The popular Mets announcer will have you screaming “Matteau, Matteau, Matteau,” after reading his entertaining “Put It In The Book,” in which he describes how the ’69 Mets were instrumental in shaping his life and career.

Growing up in Bayside, Rose had no problem studying Tom Seaver pitching to Jerry Grote. His problem was geometry, and passing the regents examination.

“I can’t figure out geometry to save my life,” Rose told the Rumble.

The ugly spectre of summer school loomed.

“I kept telling myself, ‘The Mets did it, I’m gonna do it,’ ” Rose said. “I know it sounds nuts, [but] that was my inspiration. I had Gil Hodges, his coaching staff and 25 guys with me in that room.”

Amazin’ result.

“I actually got an 87,” Rose said. “It was the proudest moment of my scholastic career.”

Put geometry in the books!

Player to make GlenArbor visit

Gary Player, at age 77, undoubtedly has logged more air miles than any golfer alive — allegedly 15 million. On Saturday, he will be flying in from his native South Africa to Bedford, N.Y., to attend a gala celebration at GlenArbor Golf Club, one of his top-scale signature designs.

Player, according to GlenArbor boss Morgan Gregory, will be on hand to help commemorate the 10th anniversary of GlenArbor’s clubhouse, along with architect Mark Finlay.

GlenArbor is not the only golf club celebrating an anniversary this year. St. Andrews, reputed to be the oldest golf club in the country, is celebrating its 125th year while Westchester Hills and Sunningdale are celebrating their 100th.

Sports stars at opening of ‘Housewives’ restaurant

Devils legend Ken Daneyko joined Giants David Diehl and Mark Herzlich at the opening of Little Town NJ restaurant and bar in Hoboken on Wednesday night. Co-owners Chris and Albie Manzo of “Real Housewives of New Jersey” and their mother Caroline hung out with the sports stars while John Legend took in a performance by tween rockers Giffords Lane. … Jets defensive end Muhammad Wilkerson will be at Citi Field on Thursday to speak to more than 200 children as part of the Citi Field Kids Program. … Iman Shumpert hit the town with his girlfriend recently at Toshi’s Living Room in the Flatiron Hotel and noshed on buffalo chicken wings and sliders. … Plaxico Burress and Frank Gore had a blast at Flatiron “sports-meets-nightlife” staple, Bounce Sporting Club’s famous “Sunday Funday” party. The two ordered Bounce’s infamous “10 spiced Koreatown” wings, sliders, and Belvedere and Don Julio cocktails. They danced and were more than happy to take pictures with other party go-ers.

Original DH thinks Jeter can fill same role

Ex-Yankee Ron Blomberg, who just celebrated the 40-year anniversary of his history-making debut as MLB’s first DH, thinks it’s perfect for Derek Jeter.

“I think he’s gonna wind up being a part-time DH and play shortstop,” Blomberg told the Rumble.

In truth, Blomberg might even have been a better DE than DH — Designated Eater. Asked what her did in between at-bats, Blomberg said: “Eat. I had nothing else to do.”

Which clubhouses had the best food?

“Oh, the Angels had really good clubhouse food,” Blomberg said. He also cites the deviled egg in Minnesota. “Thurman [Munson] used to run in there, he said, ‘Make sure you don’t eat it all!’ ” Blomberg recalled.

Blomberg was prepared for home games.

“I always had one of the ballboys go out and get me some pastrami and corned beef before the game,” Blomberg said, “and I always wound up putting it in my locker … a kosher pickle, a Dr. Brown’s. … You can’t beat that!”

Blomberg said he believes the pastrami and corned beef helped him hit.

“I think it gave me strength,” he said. “I felt like I was Samson then.”

Blomberg said he likes current Yankees DH Travis Hafner.

“I think they stole this guy,” he said. “Unfortunately, New York has better food than Cleveland, so he better watch the food in New York. It can put a few pounds on you.”

Storm-ravaged ‘Middle Bay’ becomes ‘South Bay’

Middle Bay, the Long Island private golf club that went bankrupt after it was nearly wiped out by Superstorm Sandy, will be re-opening next month as a semi-private facility with a new name and new ownership. A group headed by Tariq Khan, a former Middle Bay member and philanthropist who owns numerous 7-Eleven stores, and former Wheatley Hills pro Doug Mauch have taken over and said the course will be back in business starting May 23. The Oceanside club has been renamed South Bay Country Club.