Mourning sweeps through the baseball community following the demise of esteemed MLB figure, Davey Johnson, labeled as a 'Titan of the sport'

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Davey Johnson, a renowned figure in Major League Baseball (MLB), passed away at the age of 82 on Friday. Johnson, who had a distinguished career as a player and manager, leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered for years to come.

Johnson's career as a manager was marked by success, particularly with the New York Mets. He managed the team to their last World Series title in 1986, a feat that earned him the title of the winningest manager in Mets history. His overall record with the Mets was 595 wins and 417 losses, resulting in a winning percentage of 0.588.

Johnson's impact on the Mets was not limited to his tenure as manager. Longtime Mets radio play-by-play announcer Howie Rose shared that he learned more about the inner workings of baseball from Johnson than from anyone else during his career. Jay Horwitz, the Mets team historian and longtime former PR director, mentioned that Johnson was responsible for the most successful run in Mets history.

Dwight Gooden, a player Johnson took a chance on when he was just 19, credited him for helping him have a successful career. Gooden was not alone in his praise, as former player Darryl Strawberry stated that Johnson was the greatest manager he ever played for. Keith Hernandez, another player under Johnson's leadership, expressed gratitude for being allowed to be himself on the field and for the role Johnson played in saving his career.

Beyond his time with the Mets, Johnson also managed the Orioles, Reds, Dodgers, and Nationals. His overall record as a manager was 1,372 wins and 1,071 losses (.562). During his time with the Orioles, he won two World Series and appeared in four. Jim Palmer, a teammate of Johnson's on the Orioles, expressed condolences for his passing.

Erik Sherman, Johnson's biographer, posted a tribute to him. Ron Darling, a player under Johnson's guidance, referred to him as his guardian angel. Johnson's family currently holds no official or ongoing stake or leadership role within the Mets organization, but his historical connection with the team remains significant.

Johnson's passing marks the end of an era in MLB. His contributions to the game, both as a player and a manager, will continue to be remembered and celebrated. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.

Mourning sweeps through the baseball community following the demise of esteemed MLB figure, Davey Johnson, labeled as a 'Titan of the sport'