Davey Johnson tributes
The Mets dedicated part of their Opening Day festivities to former manager Davey Johnson, who delivered the franchise the 1986 World Series title and died at 82 on Sept. 5.
Mets, who will wear memorial “Davey” patches on their home and away jerseys this season, played a tribute video on the video board in centerfield before introducing both teams.
“Davey was a bold manager who led with a quiet confidence and an unwavering belief in his team,” Mets owners Steve and Alex Cohen said about the patch in a statement Tuesday. “He cared deeply for his players both on and off the field. Some of the greatest players in our team history credit him for their successes. In the 40th anniversary of the 1986 championship, this is a fitting tribute to the man who guided the team to that title.”
Johnson’s stepson Jeremiah Allen and grandson Kai Casebolt were introduced and tossed ceremonial first pitches. Darryl Strawberry and Mookie Wilson, who played for Johnson, were the catchers.
Ben Dickson is Newsday Sports' general assignment reporter. He joined Newsday’s high school sports staff in 2023 after graduating from Maryland, where he covered several of the Terrapins' teams.
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