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Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 15
Reds’ Chase Burns in Dwight Gooden territory after latest outing
The Cincinnati Reds picked up a big win on Friday over the Miami Marlins. Cincinnati saw a dominant outing from starting pitcher Chase Burns. Burns is chasing elite company as he helps lead the Reds down the stretch of the campaign.
New York Yankees News / Yankees.com / May 14
Yankees Mag: Time to Reflect 
Thirty years after his no-hitter, Dwight Gooden looks back on a career -- and a life -- full of peaks and valleys
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Fastball on SI / April 20
Paul Skenes' Generational Run Tops Vida Blue, Dwight Gooden
The Pittsburgh Pirates certainly found a star with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 Major League Baseball Draft in Paul Skenes. Pittsburgh clearly knew that it had found an MLB-ready superstar as well, seeing how Skenes made his debut just a few months later on May 11, 2024.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Video Games News / Athlon Sports / March 2
MLB The Show 26 ‘New Legends’ List Sparks Debate — Who’s Missing?
It’s March. And that means baseball is almost back. MLB The Show 26 is just weeks away, with early access beginning March 13 and the full release on March 17.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / July 16, 2025
Ranking the Mets’ best All-Star Game Performances
From Dwight Gooden to David Wright, these are the best All-Star Game moments in Mets history. After Pete Alonso made his mark on the 2025 All-Star Game in Atlanta, let’s take a look back at the best All-Star Game performances in Mets history, and find out where the Polar Bear’s homer ranks.
College Football News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / May 14, 2025
Former Maryland football 4-star recruit commits to Sacramento State
Edge rusher Dylan Gooden, son of legendary Mets' pitcher Dwight Gooden, announced he committed to Sacramento State after entering the transfer portal. Gooden isn't the first former major recruit to commit to Sacramento State.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 6, 2025
Today in Astros history - May 6
What happened today in team history? 1980 - Delays don’t matter After waiting close to four hours for a rain delay in Olympic Stadium in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, the Houston Astros beat the Montreal Expos 8-4.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 20, 2025
Gooden, Figueroa Share High Hopes For Brandon Sproat
Article by Jon Lane of RG.org Brandon Sproat is at the heart of the New York Mets’ core philosophy of player development. President of baseball operations David Stearns abided by it when he was a Milwaukee Brewers executive: Fail in the minors.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 12, 2025
New York Mets legend Doc Gooden says Pete Alonso is 'heart and soul' of lineup
The New York Mets have rostered their fair share of superstars who would go on to become legends of not only the franchise, but baseball as a whole. When those legends talk, people listen, as it is their blood, sweat, and tears that have shaped this franchise for over 60 years.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 20, 2024
Dwight Gooden & Darryl Strawberry Still Haunted By Dodgers From 1988 NLCS
The National League Championship Series matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets represents their fourth postseason meeting in MLB history.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 15, 2024
Darryl Strawberry, Dwight Gooden highlight New York’s NLCS first pitch plans
The New York Mets are back in the National League Championship Series for the first time since 2015, and some of the biggest stars in franchise history will be on-hand at Citi Field to take part in the festivities.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / September 23, 2024
Should Paul Skenes Win NL Rookie of the Year?
One of the few interesting storylines surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates as the season begins its final week concerns Paul Skenes. That should not be surprising.
MLB News / Mets Merized Online / August 25, 2024
OTD 1985: Gooden Notches 20th Win
On August 25, 1985, Dwight Gooden of The New York Mets defeated the San Diego Padres by a 9-3 score at Shea Stadium to record his 20th win of the season.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 18, 2024
Mets Legend Makes Bold Declaration About New York Bidding War For Top Free Agent
Dwight Gooden has allegiance to both of New York's MLB teams. "Doc" pitched for the Mets from 1984 to 1994. During that time, he won the 1984 NL Rookie of the Year award, the 1985 NL Cy Young award, made four All-Star teams, and was part of the Mets' 1986 World Series winning team.
New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / August 6, 2024
Sean Manaea Matches Tom Seaver, Dwight Gooden in New York Mets History Books
After nearly three months of waiting, the New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals finally got to make up their previously postponed showdown at Busch Stadium.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 15, 2024
3 Up, 3 Down: Positive Trends Continue As Mets Take Series W
What a very, very, very special weekend at Citi Field. Not only was one of the best players in franchise history honored, but the New York Mets also clinched the series against the Kansas City Royals on Doc Gooden Day.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 15, 2024
Doc Gooden Finally Gets His Moment
Finally, Dwight Gooden had his day. The Mets retired his uniform number 16 yesterday at a pre-game ceremony attended by many of his old teammates, including Darryl
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 21, 2024
Former Mets champs Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry to have jerseys retired in 2024
The New York Mets will pay homage to former champions Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry when they hang their jerseys in the rafters at Citi Field later this Spring.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 17, 2024
Mets Reveal Jersey Retirement Dates for Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry
It was long overdue, but the New York Mets are honoring two of their greatest players ever during the upcoming season. Pitcher Dwight Gooden (number 16) and outfielder Darryl Strawberry (number 18) will have their numbers retired in two separate ceremonies at Citi Field.
New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / January 17, 2024
New York Mets Announce Dates that Franchise Will Retire Legendary Numbers in 2024
We already knew that Darryl Strawberry and Dwight Gooden would have their numbers retired by the New York Mets in 2024. Now, we know when those ceremonies will be happening.
20 MLB players who were one-season wonders
The music business has one-hit wonders. On the baseball diamond, we have one-season wonders: players who put together a memorable year and then were either unable to build off that time or were essentially never heard from again.
The 'Most strikeouts by a rookie pitcher' quiz
25 pitchers threw 160 or more strikeouts in their rookie season. How many of these rookie flame throwers can you name in six minutes?
The '20-game winners of the 1980's' quiz
37 MLB pitchers have won 20 or more games in a single season since 1980. How many of them can you name?
The '1986 New York Mets' quiz
Can you name all 22 active members of the Mets' World Series winning roster from 1986?
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