Military Appreciation Day - Monday, May 26

Be at Citi Field on Military Appreciation Day as we honor our nation’s military on Monday, May 26 against the Chicago White Sox! The first 15,000 fans through the gates will receive a Sean Manaea Camo Jersey presented by Tunnel to Towers.

The Mets will host a pre-game party at the K Korner beginning at 2:00 p.m. featuring a DJ, Mr. and Mrs. Met, games, and other activations. Special pre-game elements include a National Anthem Performance by Air Force Senior Airman Danielle Headrick, which will be followed by an Army helicopter flyover and accompanied by a Coast Guard Color Guard, and first pitch from Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, who piloted the “Miracle on the Hudson” passenger plane. Captain Sullenberger is a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy and served as a fighter pilot in the United States Air Force. He advanced to become a flight leader and a training officer, attaining the rank of captain.

The Mets will honor Francisco Adames as Veteran of the Game. Adames, who is the Mets team travel security personnel, is a Marine Corps combat veteran and a retired NYPD Detective. God Bless America will be performed in the seventh inning by Gunnery Sergeant Alison Bardeguez.