Mets Honor 'Doc' Gooden: No. 16 Jersey Retired at Citi Field

April 14, 2024
Mets Honor 'Doc' Gooden: No. 16 Jersey Retired at Citi Field
  • The New York Mets retired Dwight 'Doc' Gooden's No. 16 jersey at Citi Field on April 14, 2024.

  • Gooden, a former Mets pitcher from 1984-1994, later joined the New York Yankees in 1996.

  • The retirement ceremony paid homage to Gooden's career and included a tribute to fellow Mets legend Darryl Strawberry.

  • Gooden addressed his past substance abuse issues and ongoing recovery efforts, expressing gratitude towards fans.

  • The event featured notable attendees such as rapper Chuck D and Gooden's nephew, Gary Sheffield.

  • Gooden, now sober, actively educates others about the dangers of drugs and alcohol.

  • His jersey retirement marks the sixth in Mets history, preceding the retirement of Strawberry's No. 18 in June.

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