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After Wife's Violin Anthem, Francisco Lindor Homers on Mets' Heritage Night

The shortstop was recognized pregame as the club’s Roberto Clemente Award nominee, wearing No. 21 in tribute.

Overview

  • Katia Reguero performed the national anthem on violin before the Mets-Padres game at Citi Field on Sept. 16 during Hispanic Heritage Night.
  • Francisco Lindor watched from the field with their three children, holding infant son Koa as daughter Kalina delivered the 'play ball' call.
  • Minutes into the game, Lindor hit a solo home run in the second inning after singling in the first, and the Mets won 8-3.
  • Pregame ceremonies honored Lindor as the Mets’ 2025 Roberto Clemente Award nominee, a recognition tied to character and community work.
  • Reguero, a classically trained violinist who studied music at St. Mary’s University, drew widespread praise as clips of the family moment circulated on social media.