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Bobby Valentine Tells The True Story Behind His Famous Disguise
Manage episode 519327917 series 2479471
Bobby Valentine joins Jay Horwitz for an emotional and wide-ranging Amazin’ Conversations — covering everything from the legendary mustache disguise in 1999 to his induction into the Mets Hall of Fame with Carlos Beltrán and Lee Mazzilli. Bobby reflects on his playing and managing career with the Mets, his bond with the fans, the 2000 National League pennant run, and unforgettable moments like Robin Ventura’s Grand Slam Single.
Bobby and Jay also revisit the 9/11 season, sharing powerful stories about the team’s role in healing the city, Mike Piazza’s iconic homer, the work players did behind the scenes, and the fans who inspired them.
This is the full Bobby V story — baseball, leadership, heart, and the moments that shaped Mets history.
00:00 – The Mustache Disguise Story
01:14 – Breaking the Tension in 1999
02:06 – Bobby on the Mets Hall of Fame
03:12 – Playing & Coaching With Legends
04:23 – Managing Through the Late 90s
06:06 – Turning the Mets Around
07:01 – Getting the Most Out of Players
07:49 – Why Mets Fans Love Bobby V
08:49 – Battling the Braves & Yankees
09:12 – The Full Mustache Story (Again!)
10:11 – Players Reacting to the Disguise
11:14 – The 2000 Pennant Run
12:21 – Robin Ventura’s Grand Slam Single
13:18 – Japan Trip & Benny Agbayani
14:17 – Leadership Through 9/11
15:08 – September 11 Memories
16:07 – The Team Giving Back
17:21 – Mike Piazza’s 9/11 Home Run
18:24 – The Ashes in the Bullpen Story
19:14 – Final Thoughts & Mets Legacy
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299 episodes
Manage episode 519327917 series 2479471
Bobby Valentine joins Jay Horwitz for an emotional and wide-ranging Amazin’ Conversations — covering everything from the legendary mustache disguise in 1999 to his induction into the Mets Hall of Fame with Carlos Beltrán and Lee Mazzilli. Bobby reflects on his playing and managing career with the Mets, his bond with the fans, the 2000 National League pennant run, and unforgettable moments like Robin Ventura’s Grand Slam Single.
Bobby and Jay also revisit the 9/11 season, sharing powerful stories about the team’s role in healing the city, Mike Piazza’s iconic homer, the work players did behind the scenes, and the fans who inspired them.
This is the full Bobby V story — baseball, leadership, heart, and the moments that shaped Mets history.
00:00 – The Mustache Disguise Story
01:14 – Breaking the Tension in 1999
02:06 – Bobby on the Mets Hall of Fame
03:12 – Playing & Coaching With Legends
04:23 – Managing Through the Late 90s
06:06 – Turning the Mets Around
07:01 – Getting the Most Out of Players
07:49 – Why Mets Fans Love Bobby V
08:49 – Battling the Braves & Yankees
09:12 – The Full Mustache Story (Again!)
10:11 – Players Reacting to the Disguise
11:14 – The 2000 Pennant Run
12:21 – Robin Ventura’s Grand Slam Single
13:18 – Japan Trip & Benny Agbayani
14:17 – Leadership Through 9/11
15:08 – September 11 Memories
16:07 – The Team Giving Back
17:21 – Mike Piazza’s 9/11 Home Run
18:24 – The Ashes in the Bullpen Story
19:14 – Final Thoughts & Mets Legacy
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
299 episodes
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