Pretty dubious speculations on Gary's part IMO. I'd say that the crowd has been subdued because (1) the Mets fell behind by two runs in the top of the first inning, (2) the Mets have three hits all night, (3) the Giants tied the game immediately after the Mets took the lead, and (4) it was a low scoring pitcher's duel on both sides, not because Bonds isn't playing.