Jesse Orosco joins Amazin’ Conversations to reflect on one of the most iconic teams in baseball history and one of the longest careers the game has ever seen.

Orosco looks back on what made the 1986 Mets different, the intelligence and confidence of that clubhouse, the pressure moments of the postseason, and the grind of pitching deep into October. He also shares memories of Game 7, Davey Johnson’s leadership, Gary Carter’s impact, and the bond that made that team unforgettable more than 40 years later.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Why the ’86 Mets were different
01:26 – Reflecting on 40 years in baseball
02:22 – Longevity and pitching longer than expected
03:13 – Thinking about career legacy and records
04:11 – The grind and pressure of postseason pitching
05:18 – Trusting teammates in big moments
06:55 – Facing the Red Sox and World Series pressure
07:26 – The RBI single in Game 7
08:07 – Giving the final out baseball to Steven McDonald
09:09 – Davey Johnson’s leadership style
09:58 – Remembering Gary Carter
11:04 – Pitchers playing the outfield and team confidence
12:02 – Why you’ll never see baseball played that way again
13:02 – Why that Mets team still resonates

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