Mookie Wilson

Mookie Wilson, born in 1956, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who played from 1980 to 1991. Known for his speed and agility on the base paths, Wilson was a key figure for the New York Mets during a transformative era in the franchise’s history. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 1,403 games, where he amassed 1,397 hits, 67 home runs, and 438 RBIs, finishing with a respectable batting average of .274. His ability to steal bases was a hallmark of his playing style, as he swiped 327 bases, making him one of the more dynamic players of his time. Wilson’s most memorable moment came during the 1986 World Series when he hit a crucial ground ball that went through the legs of Boston Red Sox first baseman Bill Buckner, leading to the Mets' dramatic victory in Game 6 and ultimately securing the championship. Wilson’s contributions to the Mets and his resilience on the field during the 1980s helped solidify his legacy in baseball history. His career not only exemplified the spirit of the game during the post-deadball era but also showcased the excitement of small-ball tactics that defined the style of play during that time.