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Former Mets slugger Huskey, one of last players to wear No. 42, passes away at 54

Butch Huskey, one of the last MLB players to wear Jackie Robinson's iconic number 42, has died at 54.

By · Published August 14, 2026 at 23:27 UTC · Updated August 15, 2026 at 02:24 UTC

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What happened

Huskey was one of the final players in Major League Baseball to wear the number 42, which was retired across the league in 1997 to honor Jackie Robinson. The number was still available to players who had been wearing it before the retirement, including Huskey.

The New York Times, Fox News, ESPN, MLB.com and Metsmerized all noted that Huskey was known for his powerful hitting during his time with the Mets. He played for the team from 1995 to 2001, contributing significantly to their offense during that period.

The cause of death has not been specified. The Mets have not yet released a statement on Huskey's passing.

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Questions people are asking

Who was Butch Huskey?

Butch Huskey was a former outfielder for the New York Mets, known for his powerful hitting and for being one of the last players to wear Jackie Robinson's number 42.

When did Butch Huskey die?

Butch Huskey died on August 14, 2026.

What was Butch Huskey's connection to Jackie Robinson's number 42?

Huskey was one of the final players in Major League Baseball to wear the number 42, which was retired across the league in 1997 to honor Jackie Robinson. The number was still available to players who had been wearing it before the retirement, including Huskey.

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