10/11/1986 With the Mets down a run in the ninth, Lenny Dykstra hits a game-winning two-run home run. The homer gives the Mets a 2-1 lead in the series. @LennyDykstra

Sports illustrated was once appointment reading

Tim Raines, Warren Cromartie, Al Oliver, Gary Carter and Andre Dawson.

Gary Carter was an absolute treasure.

10/9/1986 The Mets even the NLCS at one game apiece as Bobby Ojeda allows one run in a complete game effort and New York scores five runs against Nolan Ryan.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Red Sox Hall of Famer Mike Greenwell. “The Gator” spent his entire career in a Red Sox uniform and was a beloved fixture of Fenway and Fort Myers. He gave so much to Lee County and Sox Nation. We send our love to the Greenwell family.

"Johnny Bench befriended me my first year in the big leagues. He took me under his wing during my first All-Star Game and we've been friends ever since. He's one guy I've tried to emulate and I'll always compare myself to Johnny Bench". Gary Carter "I'm gonna miss that smile, I'm

@burnsieoriginal Me and the Kid, c. 1979.

All-Time Catchers

"Down To The Wire - Montreal Slugger Gary Carter" (Sports Illustrated - October 6, 1980) Classic #Expos road uniform! #MLB #Baseball