Darryl Strawberry's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 9, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Darryl Strawberry.

Darryl Strawberry is a former MLB right fielder who played for 17 seasons. Known for his powerful hitting and intimidating presence, he was considered one of the most feared sluggers in baseball. Standing at 6'6", his distinctive swing drew comparisons to Ted Williams.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1983: Major League Debut and Rookie of the Year

In 1983, Darryl Strawberry reached the major league level, posting 26 home runs and earning the National League's Rookie of The Year award.

1986: Mets Win the World Series

In 1986, Darryl Strawberry contributed 27 home runs and 93 RBIs as the Mets won the World Series, defeating the Boston Red Sox.

1986: World Series Championship with the Mets

In 1986, Darryl Strawberry helped lead the New York Mets to a World Series championship.

1987: Joins 30-30 Club

In 1987, Darryl Strawberry joined the 30-30 club with 39 home runs and 36 stolen bases, also driving in 104 runs.

1991: Home Run Comparisons

By the end of the 1991 season, Darryl Strawberry had 280 lifetime home runs at the age of 29, drawing comparisons to Hank Aaron.

1991: Big Brother of the Year

In 1991, Darryl Strawberry was named Big Brother of The Year.

1996: World Series Championship with the Yankees

In 1996, Darryl Strawberry helped the New York Yankees to a World Series championship.

1998: World Series Win and Colon Cancer Diagnosis

In 1998, Darryl Strawberry hit 24 home runs, helping the Yankees win the World Series, but was diagnosed with colon cancer during the ALDS.

1999: World Series Championship with the Yankees

In 1999, Darryl Strawberry helped lead the New York Yankees to another World Series championship.

1999: Comeback and Home Run

In 1999, Darryl Strawberry made a comeback from his cancer treatment, hitting a crucial 3-run home run against the Texas Rangers in the ALDS.

April 8, 2003: Released from prison

On April 8, 2003, Darryl Strawberry was released from prison after serving 11 months of a 22-month suspended sentence from 1999.

2010: Inducted into Mets Hall of Fame

In 2010, Darryl Strawberry was inducted into the New York Mets Hall of Fame.

August 24, 2023: Number Retirement Announcement

On August 24, 2023, the Mets announced plans to retire Darryl Strawberry's number 18 during the 2024 baseball season.

June 1, 2024: Number Retired and Apology to Mets Fans

On June 1, 2024, Darryl Strawberry's number was retired, and he apologized to Mets fans for leaving to sign with the Dodgers.

November 7, 2025: Pardoned by President Donald Trump

On November 7, 2025, Darryl Strawberry received a pardon from President Donald Trump for his 1995 tax evasion conviction, for which he had previously served time.