Davey Johnson ’64, Former Mets Manager, Dies at 82

Davey Johnson ’64, a Trinity alumnus who went on to become one of baseball’s most accomplished and forward-thinking figures, passed away on September 5, 2025, at the age of 82. A standout second baseman during his playing career, Johnson appeared in four World Series with the Baltimore Orioles before making his mark as a manager. Best known for leading the New York Mets to their unforgettable 1986 World Series championship, he was celebrated for his innovative use of statistics in the game long before sabermetrics became mainstream. Over 17 seasons managing five different teams, Johnson accumulated a won-lost career record of 1,372–1,071, ranking among the winningest managers in Major League Baseball history. His legacy as both a player and manager has been remembered nationally, including in a New York Times obituary.

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