Write to Dwight

As you're probably aware by now, Dwight Gooden was released from prison today down in Gainesville, FL after serving seven months of a year-and-a-day sentence he received for violating his probation.

On October 27th we hosted a party at Classic Kicks to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Game 7 of the 1986 World Series. That night, in the tradition of the open letter we posted to Dwight this summer, we had a table set up where people could write well-wishing letters to Gooden. We included those letters in a small care package we sent to Dwight which we are hoping will reach him through the Tampa office of the Yankees. Some highlights from the letters are posted below.

We also would like to give those of you who couldn’t make the party an opportunity to send your good wishes. So please post something for Dwight in the comments. We will send a second envelope down with a transcript of all the notes.



Doc,

You thrilled me! A Yankee fan supporting the Mets all the way. And when you joined it was beautiful. Much love.

Stay Good,

Michael Figgiani

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Dear Mr. Gooden!

Please stay strong. Your abilities and heart helped everyone I know.

Much respect + goode lookin!

Sosa

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C’est Dommage

(It’s nothing)

Courtney

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D. Good,

B. Good. Saw your no-hitter with the Yankees. One of the highlights of my life. You gave that to me! Be real, man. We love you in NYC

Ed M

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Dwight,

We only met once but you made a lasting impression on that 16 year old. Keep it tight when you are out, K?

Best,
J.P.

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Dear Doc,

Thank you so much for your years in ’85 and ’86… You were truly an inspiration and gave us all something to root for. This year brought us Mets fans plenty to cheer for but nothing like it was then! Hopefully you can throw our first pitch in the playoffs sometime soon. Good Luck and keep your head up.

Pat

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D-Wight,

I feel your struggle. We still love you in NY.

Peace,

The Ruffian

P.S. You are the reason I watched baseball.


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Dwight,

I won’t hold anything against you for where you are now. We all have vices and make mistakes. You brought the Mets back to credibility along with the crazy team of ’86. Fuck the Yankees…

You’ll always be a Met!!

Respect,

DJ Emskee

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Dwight,

I hope I find you in good spirits with this letter. You’ll be happy to know your name was evoked many times during the evening and the magnitude of your success was celebrated. We are about the same age and the trajectory of your career mirrored my coming of age. If possible please contact me, I’d be honored to speak with you.

Bud Schmeling