3/25 02:02: Despite Gooden’s troubles, the Mets still plan to induct Gooden into the mets’ Hall of Fame on August 1st with Darryl Strawberry, Davey Johnson and Frank Cashen.

3/24 13:35: According to ESPN.com news services, former Major League pitcher Dwight Gooden has been charged with driving under the influence of drugs, leaving the scene of an accident, child endangerment and motor vehicle violations in New Jersey. The 45-year-old pitcher had a child in his vehicle at the time. The drugs involved were not disclosed by police.

Gooden has had a long history of alcohol and drug abuse, including cocaine.

The 45-year-old pitcher was recently invited to the Mets’ Spring Training camp to mentor the young players on the pressures of playing in New York. In his 16 year career, the former Cy Young Award winner compiled a 194-112 record with a 3.51 ERA with the Mets, Yankees, Indians, Astros and Rays.