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Raccoon Disrupts Mets-Pirates Game at Citi Field During Rainy Seventh Inning

The unexpected visitor wandered through the stands, entertaining some fans and alarming others, as the Mets lost 4-0 to the Pirates.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 04: A logo on the seats is seen before the home opener between the New York Mets and the Toronto Blue Jays at Citi Field on April 04, 2025 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City.
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Overview

  • A raccoon was spotted in the Citi Field bleachers during the seventh inning of the Mets-Pirates game on May 14, 2025.
  • The SNY broadcast captured the raccoon's movements, with commentators Gary Cohen joking and Ron Darling expressing fear of the animal.
  • Fan reactions ranged from amusement to alarm, with some spectators unaware of the raccoon's presence nearby.
  • The game, marked by multiple rain delays, concluded with the Mets losing 4-0, failing to complete a sweep of the Pirates.
  • Wildlife sightings, including raccoons, have been a recurring challenge at Citi Field due to its proximity to urban green spaces.