Step back into 1986 with Week 13 of the Howard Johnson Time Machine as Mets Hall of Famer Howard Johnson and fan favorite Len Dykstra relive another unforgettable chapter of the greatest season in Mets history.

This week, we rewind to May 12–18, 1986, as the Mets finally hit a little adversity after their blazing start. From Sid Fernandez’s dominant 1-0 masterpiece against Atlanta, to tough battles in Houston against Nolan Ryan and Bob Knepper, to a huge showdown with the Dodgers in Los Angeles, Hojo and Nails take you inside the clubhouse and onto the field for one of the most fascinating stretches of the season.

⚾ Stories and memories include:

• Sid Fernandez’s nasty delivery and devastating breaking ball

• The emotional energy of the 1986 Mets clubhouse

• Davey Johnson’s masterful use of platoons and personalities

• What it was like facing Nolan Ryan

• Behind-the-scenes travel stories and clubhouse chemistry

• Why Bill Robinson was so important to the team

• Early signs of a future Mets-Dodgers rivalry

• The confidence and swagger that defined the ‘86 Mets

If you love Mets history, behind-the-scenes baseball stories, and exclusive interviews with the legends who lived it, this series is for you.

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The Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine rolls on as we turn the clock back 40 years—one week at a time—reliving the magic, madness, and momentum of the unforgettable World Champion season.

In Episode 12, HoJo is joined by Mets legend and 1985 Cy Young Award winner Dwight Gooden, alongside KinersKorner.com’s Mark Rosenman, for a deep dive into another pivotal week of that legendary run.

From dominance on the mound to the electric atmosphere surrounding the team, Gooden shares what it was like being at the center of it all—his mindset during that stretch, the confidence of the pitching staff, and the swagger that defined the 1986 Mets. HoJo adds his perspective from inside the lineup, breaking down key moments, big performances, and the energy that kept the Mets rolling.

If you’re a die-hard Mets fan, a baseball history junkie, or just love great behind-the-scenes storytelling, this episode is a must-watch.

🔵 Subscribe for weekly episodes as we relive the 1986 season in real time

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The Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine rolls on as we turn the clock back 40 years—one week at a time—reliving the magic, madness, and momentum of the unforgettable World Champion season.

In Episode 11, HoJo is joined by 1986 Mets spark plug and fan favorite Wally Backman, alongside KinersKorner.com’s Mark Rosenman, for a deep dive into another pivotal week of that legendary run.

From clubhouse chemistry to on-field grit, Backman brings his trademark edge and insight, sharing stories you won’t hear anywhere else—what it was like battling every night, the intensity of the NL East race, and the personalities that made the 1986 Mets one of the most colorful teams in baseball history. HoJo adds his perspective from inside the lineup, breaking down key moments, big hits, and the energy that kept the Mets rolling.

If you’re a die-hard Mets fan, a baseball history junkie, or just love great behind-the-scenes storytelling, this episode is a must-watch.

🔵 Subscribe for weekly episodes as we relive the 1986 season in real time

🔵 Watch on YouTube & listen on all major podcast platforms

🔵 Presented by KinersKorner.com

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