The New York Mets on Tuesday announced that the club will wear a memorial “Davey” patch on the sleeve of their home and road uniforms during the 2026 season.
Johnson passed away on Sept. 5, 2025, at the age of 82. He finished his Mets career with the most managerial wins in franchise history (595) and the best winning percentage (.588). In 1986, Johnson guided the team to a franchise-record 108 regular season victories and capped the year off with a dramatic World Championship. From 1984-1990, under his helm, the Mets averaged more than 95 wins.
“Davey was a bold manager who led with a quiet confidence and an unwavering belief in his team,” said Mets owners Steve and Alex Cohen. “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 family will be involved in the ceremonial first pitch on Opening Day at Citi Field on March 26 vs. Pittsburgh. Davey’s widow, Susan, will escort Jeremiah Allen, Davey’s stepson and Kai Casebolt, Davey’s grandson to the mound. Catching the first pitch will be Mets Hall of Famers Darryl Strawberry and Mookie Wilson.
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