Former Mets manager Davey Johnson has passed away. Johnson managed the Mets from 1984-1990 and was the team’s skipper for their 1986 World Series victory. He owns the highest all-time winning percentage of any Mets manager (.588). Johnson also won two World Series as a player with the Orioles and played 13 MLB seasons with Baltimore, the Braves, Phillies and Cubs, making the All-Star team four times. Johnson went on to manage the Mets, Reds, Orioles, Dodgers, and Nationals, amassing 1,372 wins. He also served as the manager for Team USA at the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2009 World Baseball Classic. RIP.
Davey Johnson’s passing marks the end of an era for baseball fans who cherished not only his sharp managerial mind but also his significant impact as a player. His legacy …
Former Mets manager Davey Johnson has passed away. Johnson managed the Mets from 1984-1990 and was the team’s skipper for their 1986 World Series victory. He owns the highest all-time winning percentage of any Mets manager (.588). Johnson also won two World Series as a player with the Orioles and played 13 MLB seasons with Baltimore, the Braves, Phillies and Cubs, making the All-Star team four times. Johnson went on to manage the Mets, Reds, Orioles, Dodgers, and Nationals, amassing 1,372 wins. He also served as the manager for Team USA at the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2009 World Baseball Classic. RIP. Read More
