Bobby Valentine & Lee Mazzilli’s Incredible Mets Journey
From Amazin’ Conversations with Jay Horwitz by MLB.com
April 7, 2026 · 29 min
About this episode
Bobby Valentine and Lee Mazzilli reflect on their journey with the Mets and their friendship ahead of their Hall of Fame induction.
On a special edition of Amazin’ Conversations with Jay Horwitz, Mets legends Bobby Valentine and Lee Mazzilli sit down ahead of their induction into the Mets Hall of Fame. From their early days as teammates during the turbulent 1977 season to their unforgettable roles in Mets history, the two reflect on a 50-year friendship built through baseball, life, and the city of New York. They share behind-the-scenes stories from the Mets clubhouse, the challenges of playing in New York, the 1986 championship run, and what it means to be honored together at Citi Field. The conversation also dives into emotional moments, including the impact of 9/11 on the Mets organization and the personal relationships that shaped their careers. This is a must-watch for Mets fans, baseball fans, and anyone who appreciates the stories behind the game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People in this episode
Host: Jay Horwitz
Guests: Bobby Valentine, Lee Mazzilli
Topics covered
- Mets Hall of Fame
- baseball history
- friendship
- New York Mets
- 1986 championship
- 9/11 impact
Keywords
- Mets
- Bobby Valentine
- Lee Mazzilli
- baseball
- Hall of Fame
- New York
- 1986
- 9/11
- friendship
- clubhouse stories
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Mets, MLB.com
Places: Citi Field, New York
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