Mets 'Davey' patch, explained: How New York is honoring Davey Johnson with memorial tribute on uniforms

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Davey Johnson is one of the most recognizable names in Mets history. In 1986, he managed a team that was on the cusp of elimination during the World Series, came back to win in the final inning of Game 6, and then went on to win a winner-take-all Game 7.

On Sept. 5, 2025, he passed away after battling a “long illness.” This season, the Mets will honor him in all of their games by wearing a “Davey” patch on the sleeve of their jerseys.

Here is a look at the “Davey” patch, along with his history with the Mets and the other teams he managed throughout his career. 

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Mets 'Davey' Patch explained

The Mets are wearing a memorial “Davey” patch on the sleeve of their jerseys this year in honor of Johnson, who passed away in September of last year. New York is also honoring the 40th anniversary of the 1986 championship season, which he orchestrated as manager.

Here is a photo of the patch that will be worn on both the home and road uniforms this season.

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Who is Davey Johnson?

From 1984-1990, Johnson managed the Mets, including their 1986 World Series team, which won a franchise-record 108 regular-season games. After hanging it up with the Mets, he finished with the most managerial wins in franchise history (595) and the best winning percentage (.588).

During his tenure, the Mets averaged more than 95 wins. 

According to Steve and Alexandra Cohen, the Mets' team owners, "Davey was a bold manager who led with a quiet confidence and an unwavering belief in his team. 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.”

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When did Davey Johnson die?

Johnson passed away on September 5, 2025, at the age of 82. The exact cause of death is unknown.

According to the MLB, Johnson succumbed to a "long illness."

Davey Johnson cause of death

While the exact cause of Johnson's death was never released, it was shared that he died following a "long illness." He passed away in September 2025.

After his daughter, Andrea, died in 2005, Johnson developed stomach pains, which were later diagnosed as a ruptured appendix. It is not clear if that health problem was linked to his death.

How long did Davey Johnson manage the Mets?

Johnson managed the Mets for seven seasons from 1984 to 1990. He finished with the most wins by a Mets manager in franchise history, along with the highest winning percentage.

Johnson was the manager for the Mets' most recent World Series title in 1986.

Davey Johnson teams managed

Across his 17-year managerial career, Johnson managed five different teams. Here is a rundown of each of his tenures as the team's manager.

SeasonsTeamRecord1984-1990New York Mets595-4171993-1995Cincinnati Reds204-1721996-1997Baltimore Orioles186-1381999-2000Los Angeles Dodgers163-1612011-2013Washington Nationals224-183

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