Mets Honor Davey Johnson with Memorial Patch

0:00It's March 24th. I'm Cory with the story, and this is New York Met's News Today, your AI-powered team report. The New York Met's plan to honor their legendary manager, David Johnson, with a memorial patch on their home and road uniforms throughout the 20. 26 season. Johnson died on September 5th, 2025, at age 82. He holds the franchise record with 595 managerial wins and the highest winning percentage at 0.588. During his time leading the team from 1984 to 1990, Johnson delivered consistent success, averaging more than 95. Wins per year. His biggest highlight came in 1986, when the Met set a franchise record with 108 regular season victories and won the World Series in dramatic fashion. Team owners, Steve and Alex Cohen, praised Johnson as a bold leader with quiet confidence who deeply supported his players. Many of the Met's all-time greats credit him for their achievements, especially as the 1986 championship marks its 40th anniversary.

1:04This year, on opening day March 26th against Pittsburgh at City Field, Johnson's family will take part in the ceremonial first pitch. His widow Susan will escort step-son Jeremiah Allen and grandson Kai Kaseball to the mound, with the pitch caught by Hall of Famers Darryl Strawberry and Mookie Wilson. This tribute keeps Johnson's winning legacy alive, as the Met's gear up for another strong season ahead.