New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor went viral on social media for his reaction to seeing his partner play the violin to the sound of the United States national anthem. The event took place at Citi Field, home of Carlos Mendoza’s side, where they played their first game of the series against the San Diego Padres.
Despite the obstacles the Mets have faced, there is still a sense around the league that nobody wants to face New York in October. That might be somewhat against logic when it comes to the Mets, who went into Tuesday’s game desperately clinging to the third wild card in the National League after losing eight of their last nine games.
Francisco Lindor proud ahead of Mets-Padres clash
Prior to the game, the atmosphere at Citi Field was charged with excitement from the start. Francisco Lindor, the charismatic shortstop for the New York Mets, could not hide his pride as he watched his wife, Katia, perform the national anthem on the violin. The performance was flawless, and the crowd was quick to give her a standing ovation.
With a grin from ear to ear, Lindor knew the night was just beginning as he held his young children and they clapped to show their admiration for his wife. With the season progressing, the Mets are looking to maintain their momentum and secure a playoff spot. With players like Lindor leading the way, expectations are high.
Mets pay tribute to Padres’ Jose Iglesias
In another emotional moment that took place before the game got underway, the atmosphere at Citi Field was filled with nostalgia when Jose Iglesias took the field with the San Diego Padres. The New York Mets prepared an emotional video tribute that brought the crowd to its feet to applaud ‘Candelita’
It’s not common for a player to receive such recognition on their return, but Iglesias left an indelible mark on the Big Apple. The video, which looked back at his best moments with the Mets, was a reminder of why he became the face of the 2024 season. Although he now plays for the Padres, his connection to New York remains strong, and this tribute reaffirms that.
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