Darryl Strawberry is described as a legend by many who have been dazzled by the dynamics of his game, the power he possessed at the plate and the story of redemption that continues to bring hope to so many lives. He has earned the legendary nicknames and phrases of one of the most feared homerun hitters in the game of baseball, Straw’s Sweet Swing, Strawberry’s Field Forever and The Legendary Straw Man!
Today, Darryl’s purpose and passion is serving The Lord Jesus Christ by speaking a message of hope and helping others transform their lives through the power of the gospel. "I was once very lost and tormented but now I am found and free in Christ Jesus. I want everyone to experience the saving and transforming power of Jesus Christ." ~Darryl Strawberry
- 2010 Induction into Mets Hall of Fame
- 2010 Donald Trump’s Celebrity Apprentice Contestant
- 2009 New York & LA Times Best Selling Author “ Straw, Finding My Way”
- 2 Time cancer Survivor, Action for Autism Advocate, Youth Outreach Advocate
- 2008-2010 Mets Special Instructor and Community Outreach Spokesperson
- 2006 Founded “Fight for Autism”, The Darryl Strawberry Foundation
- TV Analyst: SNY Sports Announcer for New York Mets
- Darryl Strawberry is in The New York Times top 20 as one of the most favorite and famous celebrities out of the 100 most famous people in New York City.
- 4 World Series Titles: New York Mets 1986, New York Yankees 1996, 1998, 1999
- 8 Time National League All-Star: 1984-1991
- National League Homerun Leader (1988)
- 1983 National League Rookie of the Year: New York Mets
- 1983 Topps All Star Rookie of the Year
- 2 Time NL Silver Slugger Award: 1988
- National League Slugging Percentage Leader: 1988
- 20 Home Run Seasons 10x’s over: 1983-1991, 1998
- 30 Home Run Seasons 3x’s over: 1987, 1988, 1990
- 100 RBI Seasons 3x’s over: 1987, 1988, 1990
- 100 Runs Scored Seasons 2x’s over: 1987, 1988
- Hall of Fame Nomination in 2004
