The Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine

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Step back 40 years and relive one of the most iconic Mets seasons—week by week—with Howard Johnson on Howard Johnson’s 1986 Time Machine*, exclusively at Kiner’s Korner.

  1. 15h ago

    Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine EP 19 Special Guest Keith Hernandez

    Howard Johnson's 1986 Time Machine – Episode 19 | Keith Hernandez on Leadership, Team Chemistry & the 1986 Mets What made the 1986 New York Mets one of the greatest teams in baseball history? Was it talent...or was it leadership? In Episode 19 of **Howard Johnson's 1986 Time Machine host Mark Rosenman is joined by two-time World Series Champion Howard Johnson and special guest Keith Hernandez—11-time Gold Glove winner, National League MVP, World Series Champion, Mets Hall of Famer, broadcaster, and one of the greatest leaders the game has ever seen. This week's episode goes beyond the box score. The Mets went 6-1 during the week of June 30 – July 6, 1986 sweeping the Cardinals in St. Louis before taking three of four from Houston to improve to 55-22 and build an 11½-game lead in the National League East. But instead of focusing on statistics and analytics, we examine something far more difficult to measure: Leadership. Topics include: * What leadership really looked like inside the legendary 1986 Mets clubhouse * How Keith Hernandez earned the respect of his teammates * Davey Johnson's role in empowering veteran leaders * Gary Carter's evolution as a clubhouse leader * Holding teammates accountable vs. being liked * Whether superstars should be treated differently * Juan Soto and the modern leadership debate * Team chemistry in today's increasingly diverse MLB clubhouses * How social media would have changed the 1986 Mets * Can analytics ever measure leadership? * Can great leadership overcome injuries and roster flaws? * What Keith sees when he watches today's Mets This is one of our deepest baseball conversations yet, exploring the human side of championship teams and asking whether a club like the 1986 Mets could even exist in today's game. If you love Mets history, baseball strategy, clubhouse stories, and conversations that go beyond the numbers, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 👍 Please Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Notification Bell so you never miss a new episode of **Howard Johnson's 1986 Time Machine. 🎧 Prefer audio? The show is also available wherever you get your podcasts. Follow KinersKorner.com 🌐 Website: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/kinerskornerfacebook] [https://www.facebook.com/groups/kinerskornercom] #Mets #NewYorkMets #KeithHernandez #HowardJohnson #1986Mets #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries #MetsHistory #Leadership #TeamChemistry #DaveyJohnson #GaryCarter #JuanSoto #LGM #KinersKorner #BaseballPodcast #SportsTalk #BaseballHistory

    1h 1m

  2. Jun 22

    Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine EP 18 Special guest Zack Scott Part 2

    🎙️ Howard Johnson’s 1986 Time Machine – Episode 18 | The 1986 Mets Pitching Staff Through Modern Analytics Could modern analytics have made the greatest pitching staff in Mets history even better? In Episode 18 of Howard Johnson’s 1986 Time Machine, Mark Rosenman and two-time World Champion Howard Johnson welcome back former Mets Assistant GM Zack Scott for a fascinating discussion that bridges baseball's past and present. ⚾ Would today's pitching labs have tried to "fix" Dwight Gooden? ⚾ Was Bob Ojeda's breakout season sustainable, or would modern models have predicted regression? ⚾ Did Sid Fernandez succeed because of his unusual mechanics—or in spite of them? ⚾ Are today's teams pulling starters too early and protecting bullpens too much? ⚾ Could Roger McDowell and Jesse Orosco survive modern workload restrictions? ⚾ And how would legendary architect Frank Cashen and manager Davey Johnson thrive in today's analytics-driven game? Along the way, the panel revisits the week of June 23, 1986, when the Mets stood at 49-21 and continued their march toward a championship. This episode explores: 🔹 Pitching analytics explained (Spin Rate, Stuff+, Location+, tunneling, vertical approach angle and more) 🔹 Dwight Gooden's evolution from strikeout machine to complete pitcher 🔹 Bob Ojeda's transformation after arriving in New York 🔹 Why Sid Fernandez was an analytics dream—and nightmare 🔹 Ron Darling and the disappearing art of pitching deep into games 🔹 Roger McDowell and Jesse Orosco versus modern bullpen management 🔹 Frank Cashen's genius and whether analytics would have made him even better 🔹 Davey Johnson's pioneering use of data and how he'd manage in 2026 A spirited debate about: 📊 Numbers vs. instincts 🖥️ Models vs. memory 🏆 And how one championship team managed to make both work. Featuring: ⭐ Howard Johnson – Two-time World Champion, Two-time All-Star, three-time 30-30 club member ⭐ Zack Scott – Former New York Mets Assistant General Manager and former General Manager ⭐ Mark Rosenman – Host, Kiner's Korner 👇 Tell us in the comments: Would modern analytics have improved the 1986 Mets—or would they have gotten in the way? #Mets #1986Mets #HowardJohnson #DwightGooden #SidFernandez #BobOjeda #RonDarling #ZackScott #FrankCashen #DaveyJohnson #MLBAnalytics #NewYorkMets #BaseballHistory #KinersKorner #LGM #MetsPodcast #BaseballAnalytics #JesseOrosco #RogerMcDowell #DocGooden

    1h 27m

  3. Jun 16

    Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine Ep 17 with Special Guest Zack Scott Part 1

    Drop your questions for part 2 in the Comments #1986Mets #NewYorkMets #HowardJohnson #HoJo #ZackScott #KeithHernandez #DarrylStrawberry #GaryCarter #LennyDykstra #WallyBackman #MookieWilson #BaseballAnalytics #SABR #MLBHistory #MetsHistory #BaseballPodcast #WorldSeriesChampions #MarkRosenman #MetsFans #BaseballHistory

    1h 46m

  4. Jun 9

    Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine EP 16 Special Guest Randy Niemann

    ⚾ Howard Johnson's 1986 Time Machine – Episode 16 ⚾ This week on Howard Johnson's 1986 Time Machine, we travel back 40 years to June 9–15, 1986, when the New York Mets continued their domination of the National League, going 6-1, sweeping the Pittsburgh Pirates, taking two of three from Philadelphia, and extending their division lead to 10½ games. Joining Mets Hall of Famer Howard Johnson and host Mark Rosenman is 1986 World Champion pitcher Randy Niemann, whose remarkable journey to the championship roster included injuries, trades, winter ball, years in the minor leagues, and an inspiring comeback that eventually led to a World Series ring. Randy shares stories about: ⚾ Fighting back from career-threatening injuries ⚾ Rebuilding his career in Puerto Rico and Tidewater ⚾ Earning a spot on one of baseball's deepest teams ⚾ Life as a reliever behind the legendary Mets rotation ⚾ The importance of role players on championship clubs ⚾ Lessons learned from pitching coach Mel Stottlemyre ⚾ His transition from player to longtime pitching coach Howard Johnson and Randy also discuss how their coaching careers changed the way they view the 1986 Mets, the influence of great coaches like Mel Stottlemyre and Bill Robinson, and the players they coached who reminded them of teammates from that unforgettable championship season. If you're a Mets fan, baseball history enthusiast, or simply love great baseball stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 🔹 Hosted by Mark Rosenman 🔹 Featuring Mets Hall of Famer Howard Johnson 🔹 Special Guest: 1986 World Series Champion Randy Niemann Please Like, Subscribe, and Share to help us continue preserving the stories of Mets history. Visit KinersKorner.com for more great Mets content. #Mets #NewYorkMets #1986Mets #HowardJohnson #RandyNiemann #WorldSeries #MetsHistory #BaseballHistory #KinersKorner #LGM #MetsPodcast #MLB #TomSeaver #DwightGooden #KeithHernandez #GaryCarter #MetsFans

    59 min

  5. Jun 1

    Howard Johnson’s 1986 Time Machine EP 15

    Step inside the clubhouse of one of the greatest teams in baseball history. In Episode 15 of Howard Johnson’s 1986 Time Machine, Howard Johnson and Mark Rosenman go beyond the box scores and take fans inside the 1986 Mets locker room — the personalities, chemistry, rituals, leadership, and stories that helped shape a World Championship season. This week’s episode covers: ⚾ The Mets’ dominant late-May/early-June stretch in 1986 ⚾ Sweeping the Dodgers at Shea Stadium ⚾ The energy of Shea during the peak of Mets Mania ⚾ What made the 1986 clubhouse different ⚾ Gary Carter’s leadership and how it complemented Keith Hernandez ⚾ Stories about El Sid, Lee Mazzilli, Bobby Valentine, and more ⚾ Hojo’s memories from coaching and managing in the Mets organization ⚾ A fun rapid-fire “1986 Locker Room Edition” The conversation also looks back at the recent inductions of Lee Mazzilli and Bobby Valentine into the New York Mets Hall of Fame. Whether you lived through 1986 or are discovering the magic for the first time, this episode brings fans closer to the people behind one of baseball’s most unforgettable teams. 📍 Howard Johnson will appear at The Main Event in Farmingdale for a special Meet & Greet Dinner on Friday, June 5th. Check the comments for ticket information. Be sure to: 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe to the channel 🎧 Listen on all major podcast platforms 💬 Drop your favorite 1986 Mets memory in the comments #Mets #1986Mets #HowardJohnson #NewYorkMets #LGM #MetsPodcast #GaryCarter #KeithHernandez #SheaStadium #BobbyValentine #LeeMazzilli #DocGooden #DarrylStrawberry #BaseballHistory

    50 min

  6. May 18

    The Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine EP 14 with Special Guest Doug Sisk

    Step back into 1986 with Week 14 of the Howard Johnson Time Machine as Mets Hall of Famer Howard Johnson and special guest Doug Sisk relive another critical stretch of the greatest season in Mets history. This week, we rewind to May 19–25, 1986, as the Mets battle through one of their grittiest road trips of the year. From cold, windy nights at Candlestick Park to tight late-inning battles in San Diego, the Mets prove they can win even when the offense isn’t exploding. HoJo and Doug Sisk take you inside the clubhouse, bullpen, and dugout during a week where championship teams learn how to survive adversity. ⚾ Stories and memories include: • Doug Sisk’s return to the Mets after injury rehab in Tidewater • The pressure and unpredictability of pitching at Candlestick Park • How the bullpen evolved into a championship weapon • The defensive intensity and gritty identity of the 1986 Mets • What made Tony Gwynn such a difficult hitter to face • Keith Hernandez’s leadership during difficult stretches • Jesse Orosco’s ability to rebound after tough outings • Davey Johnson’s handling of personalities, platoons, and bullpen roles • The emotional grind of an 11-game west coast road trip • Why “winning ugly” may have revealed more about the Mets than the blowouts did Along the way, HoJo and Doug share behind-the-scenes travel stories, clubhouse chemistry, pitching strategy, and the swagger that helped define one of baseball’s most unforgettable teams. If you love Mets history, exclusive behind-the-scenes baseball stories, and hearing directly from the players who lived it, this series is for you. 👍 Please LIKE this video 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to the channel and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of the Howard Johnson Time Machine or our exclusive Mets interviews 🎧 Listen to the podcast version on all major podcast platforms 👥 Join our Facebook community and talk Mets baseball with fellow fans 📰 Visit [KinersKorner.com](https://www.kinerskorner.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com) for the best Mets coverage on the web #Mets #NewYorkMets #1986Mets #HowardJohnson #DougSisk #MetsHistory #LGM #KinersKorner #KeithHernandez #TonyGwynn #JesseOrosco #DaveyJohnson #MLBHistory

    52 min

  7. May 11

    The Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine EP 13 With Special Guest Len Dykstra

    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. 👍 Please LIKE this video 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to the channel and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of the Howard Johnson Time Machine or our exclusive Mets interviews 🎧 Listen to the podcast version on all major podcast platforms 👥 Join our Facebook community and talk Mets baseball with fellow fans 📰 Visit [KinersKorner.com](https://www.kinerskorner.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com) for the best Mets coverage on the web #Mets #NewYorkMets #1986Mets #HowardJohnson #LenDykstra #MetsHistory #LGM #KinersKorner #SidFernandez #NolanRyan #MLBHistory

    46 min

  8. May 4

    The Howard Johnson 1986 Time Machine EP 12 With Special Guest Dwight Gooden

    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 🔵 Watch on YouTube & listen on all major podcast platforms 🔵 Presented by KinersKorner.com

    33 min
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Step back 40 years and relive one of the most iconic Mets seasons—week by week—with Howard Johnson on Howard Johnson’s 1986 Time Machine*, exclusively at Kiner’s Korner.

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