US EditionMets Take on Pirates in 2026 Home Opener. Here's What to Know.
Christopher Jackson, known for Hamilton, repeated anthem lyrics causing fan groans and online mockery during the Mets' high-scoring Opening Day game.
- On Thursday, March 26, 2026, the New York Mets host the Pittsburgh Pirates for their home opener at Citi Field, with first pitch scheduled for 1:15 p.m. ET.
- Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed excitement as the Mets take the field with a retooled roster, adding ace Freddy Peralta and infielders Bo Bichette, Marcus Semien, and Jorge Polanco following a disappointing 2025 campaign.
- Grammy-Winning performer Christopher Jackson faced online mockery after mixing up lyrics to "The Star-Spangled Banner," repeating the line "What so proudly we hailed" during the opening day ceremony.
- Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes exited during the first inning after allowing five runs, recording just two outs on 31 pitches before being replaced.
- The new "Take the Train to the Game" promotion offers fans $5 off Long Island Rail Road tickets, while Citi Field features about 37 food offerings this season, including exclusive Blue and Orange Skies ice cream.
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Hamilton Star Christopher Jackson Flubs MLB National Anthem Performance With Wrong Lyrics at Mets Game
Christopher Jackson, who played George Washington in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical Hamilton, messed up the lyrics to the national anthem during the New York Met’s MLB Opening Day baseball game.
“Hamilton” Founding Father mixes up national anthem lyrics at Mets season opener
Christopher Jackson, who originated the role of George Washington in Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway smash, hit a lyrical mishap on opening day of the MLB season.Credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/GettyWho would think a Founding Father could flub the national anthem?Hamilton actor Christopher Jackson, who originated the role of George Washington in the Broadway musical, hit a lyrical snafu while belting "The Star Spangled Banner" before the New York Mets…
Notable ‘Hamilton’ Actor Forgot the Words to the National Anthem During MLB Opening Day
Alexander Hamilton may have been the one to say, “I am not throwing away my shot,” but Christopher Jackson might have benefited from remembering that line during MLB Opening Day. That’s because Jackson, the Tony Award-nominated actor who portrayed George Washington in Hamilton, forgot some of the words to the national anthem ahead of the New York Mets 2026 season opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Unfortunately for Jackson, his rendition qui…
Mets national anthem singer, who played George Washington in 'Hamilton,' forgets 'Star-Spangled Banner' words
Hamilton star Chris Jackson flubbed the national anthem at the New York Mets' season opener, repeating a lyric from "The Star-Spangled Banner" before moving on.
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