1986 World Series Game 7 Victory
The 1986 Mets: a powerhouse team that won the World Series.
The 1986 New York Mets won the World Series, defeating the Boston Red Sox in seven games. This was the team's second and most recent World Series championship.
Quick Facts
- Key figure
- Davey Johnson (Manager)
Lore & Background
The Mets won the National League East by 21 games over the second-place Philadelphia Phillies, then defeated the Houston Astros in six games in the NLCS and the Boston Red Sox in seven games in the World Series. Both series featured a memorable extra-inning Game 6 won by the Mets after being down to their final at-bat.
Reader's Guide
The 1986 Mets were managed by Davey Johnson and built by general manager Frank Cashen. They compiled a franchise-best 108–54 record and have been described as one of the best teams in MLB history.
Did You Know?
- The Mets were never seriously challenged in the NL East in 1986.
- The 1986 Mets improved from a 98–64 record in 1985 to 108–54.
- Many team members drank heavily during the season, and the 1986 Mets have become known for their lifestyle off the field.
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