The Bad Guys Won: A Season of Brawling, Boozing, Bimbo Chasing, and Championship Baseball with Straw, Doc, Mookie, Nails, the Kid, and the Rest of the ... Put on a New York Uniform--and Maybe the Best

Are you a baseball enthusiast looking to dive into the world of the '86 Mets? Look no further! Jeff Pearlman's "The Bad Guys Won" is the perfect book for you. Pearlman, an award-winning Sports Illustrated baseball writer, takes us back to a time when a city worshipped a man named Mookie and the Yankees played second fiddle in New York. This captivating read not only captures the swagger of the '86 Mets but also provides a great narrative for all baseball fans, Mets fan or not. Get ready to experience a season filled with brawling, boozing, bimbo chasing, and championship baseball like never before!

Step into the time machine and travel back to 1986, a year when the New York Mets dominated the field, winning 108 regular-season games and the World Series. The Amazin's were truly unstoppable, capturing the hearts of fans everywhere. But it wasn't just their playing prowess that made headlines. Led by the indomitable Keith Hernandez and the dynamic duo of Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry, the '86 Mets left a trail of wreckage off the field as well. From wild hotel room parties to scandalous bar brawls, their escapades were notorious. And who can forget their famous victory over the Boston Red Sox, with the infamous Bill Buckner moment that fans still discuss to this day?

Jeff Pearlman brings these incredible stories to life with an unforgettable cast of characters. From the enigmatic Doc and Straw to the fearless Nails and the brilliant manager Davey Johnson, the personalities on the team make for a wild and captivating read. This affectionate yet critical look at the '86 Mets' exciting season will have you longing for a time when baseball was filled with arrogance, insanity, and rock-and-roll. Don't miss out on what could have been, what should have been, and what never was.

Ready to immerse yourself in the world of the '86 Mets? Grab a copy of "The Bad Guys Won" now and experience the thrill and excitement of that unforgettable season. Whether you're a die-hard Mets fan or simply a lover of baseball history, this book is a must-read. Click here to get your hands on this incredible journey into baseball's past.