The Mets reveal full giveaway schedule. Here’s how to get the goods at Citi

Nypost · May 26, 2026 · 847 words · By Matt Levy

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The New York Mets and bobbleheads have two things in common this year.

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What happened

The New York Mets and bobbleheads have two things in common this year.

Why it matters

1.) Both have had their fair share of ups and downs these past few months and 2.) They’ll be at Citi Field all summer long Steve Cohen’s club recently announced all the huge giveaways that fans will be able to procure at home games in Flushing over the course…

Common ground

Just a few of our favorite upcoming trinkets include the Mets beach towel (July 7), Devin Williams replica jersey (July 11), Freddy Peralta bobblehead (July 25), 1986 retro replica jersey (Aug.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 22 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “Devin Williams replica jersey (July 11)”

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Wikipedia confirms Devin Williams is a pitcher for the Mets in 2026, but no evidence confirms a replica jersey giveaway for him on July 11.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 2026 New York Mets season is the 65th season of the New York Mets in Major League Baseball, their 18th at Citi Field, and their sixth under majority owner Steve Cohen. The Mets will attempt to imp…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_New_York_Mets_season

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Devin Douglas Mesoraco (born June 19, 1988) is an American baseball coach and former professional baseball catcher, who is the current general manager and director of player development for the Pittsb…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devin_Mesoraco

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Devin Terran Williams (born September 21, 1994) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the New York Mets of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the Milwaukee Bre…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devin_Williams_(baseball)

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Claim 2: “This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter.”

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Claim 3: “The one exception is the five-borough race kids puzzle and Color Your Own Mrs. Met bobblehead; they’ll be doled out to the first 5,000 attendees”

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Claim 4: “Taqueria Ramirez’s one-of-a-kind hand-crafted tacos, which will be at the ballpark starting Opening Day and up until the All-Star Break.”

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Claim 5: “Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor”

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Claim 6: “Steve Cohen’s club recently announced all the huge giveaways that fans will be able to procure at home games in Flushing over the course of the second half of the season.”

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Multiple web search results and Wikipedia entries confirm the 2026 New York Mets season and the existence of a giveaway schedule for the season.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 2025 New York Mets season was the 64th season of the New York Mets in Major League Baseball, their 17th at Citi Field, their fifth under majority owner Steve Cohen, and their second under manager …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_New_York_Mets_season

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The New York Mets are an American professional baseball team based in the New York City borough of Queens. The Mets compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the National League (NL) …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Mets

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Claim 7: “Carlos Mendoza’s talented baby Mets — Carson Benge, A.J. Ewing, Nolan McLean”

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No evidence was found to confirm the roster status or relationship of Carson Benge, A.J. Ewing, and Nolan McLean to Carlos Mendoza.

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Claim 8: “there are four Flushing fireworks nights scheduled this spring and summer”

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Claim 9: “Most freebies will be given to the first 15,000 or 18,000 fans.”

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Claim 10: “Noah Kahan (July 18-19)”

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Claim 11: “Pig Beach BBQ’s loaded corn bread featuring cheddar cheese sauce, bbq sauce and, of course, their incomparable pulled pork.”

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Claim 12: “Fuerza Regida (Aug. 7)”

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Claim 13: “three-game stint at Yankee Stadium from Sept. 11-13”

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Claim 14: “Mets faithful can catch games deep off the 7 for as low as $12 including fees on SeatGeek at the time of publication.”

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No evidence was found regarding ticket prices on SeatGeek.

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Claim 15: “1986 retro replica jersey (Aug. 2)”

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A Reddit post mentions a 1986 Retro Jersey Giveaway, but there is no official confirmation of the specific date (August 2) in the provided evidence.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The 1986 New York Mets season was the Mets' 25th season in the National League. They improved from a 98–64 record in 1985 to finish the season with a franchise record of 108–54, giving them the divisi…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1986_New_York_Mets_season

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The New York Mets are an American professional baseball team based in Flushing, Queens, New York City. They compete in the East Division of Major League Baseball's (MLB) National League (NL). The team…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_New_York_Mets_seasons

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Claim 16: “My Chemical Romance (Aug. 9)”

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Claim 17: “Mr. Met at the Unisphere Light Up Bobblehead (Aug. 30)”

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One web search result mentions a 'Mr. Met Light Up Bobblehead' in a general list, but the official MLB.com promotional ticket page explicitly lists the date as Saturday, September 5, contradicting the claim's date of August 30.

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web search NEUTRAL — Get to the Gate Early. Leave With More. From exclusive bobbleheads to one-of-a-kind collectibles, Mets gate giveaways make every trip to Citi Field even ...
https://www.mlb.com/mets/tickets/promotions/giveaways

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web search NEUTRAL — 8 days ago ... ... bobblehead, 1986 retro replica jersey, Mr. Met Light Up Bobblehead ... New York Mets 2026 giveaway dates. A complete calendar of all Mets giveaway ...
https://nypost.com/2026/05/26/ticket-sales/mets-reveal-full-…

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web search NEUTRAL — Mets. Single Game Ticket. Buy Tickets. 1 Promotion Available. Mr. Met at the Unisphere Light-Up Bobblehead. First 18,000 Fans. Sat September 5, 4:10 PM ET. San ...
https://www.mlb.com/mets/tickets/promotions

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Claim 18: “Juan Soto baseball card bobblehead (June 25)”

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The Juan Soto Baseball Card Bobblehead giveaway on June 25 is confirmed by MLB.com, NBC New York, and a 2026 Promotions schedule.

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web search NEUTRAL — JUAN SOTO BASEBALL CARD BOBBLEHEAD. "" Presented by Haugland Group | First 18,000 Fans. All times ET. Subject to change. Promotions. All times ET. Subject to ...
https://www.mlb.com/mets/tickets/promotions/giveaways

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web search NEUTRAL — Mar 25, 2026 ... The first 15,000 fans attending will be given a replica of Semien's jersey. Juan Soto Baseball Card Bobblehead (June 25). The first 18,000 fans ...
https://www.nbcnewyork.com/mlb/mets-giveaways-2026-season/64…

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web search NEUTRAL — Mar 6, 2026 ... Juan Soto Baseball Card Bobblehead – June 25 vs. Chicago Cubs @ 7:10 ... Major League Baseball (MLB) has made a few changes ahead of the 2026 ...
https://blog.ticketmaster.com/new-york-mets-promotions-sched…

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Claim 19: “Mets beach towel (July 7)”

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While general giveaway schedules are mentioned, no specific evidence in the provided results confirms a 'beach towel' giveaway specifically on July 7, 2026.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The New York Mets Radio Network, referred to on air as Audacy Mets Radio, is a radio network owned by Audacy, Inc. (previously CBS Radio) that broadcasts New York Mets baseball games. It consists of o…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Mets_Radio_Network

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Claim 20: “Freddy Peralta bobblehead (July 25)”

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Wikipedia confirms Freddy Peralta is a pitcher for the Mets in 2026, but no evidence confirms a bobblehead giveaway for him on July 25.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Freddy Peralta Diaz (born June 4, 1996) is a Dominican professional baseball pitcher for the New York Mets of Major League Baseball (MLB). He made his MLB debut with the Milwaukee Brewers in 2018. He …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freddy_Peralta

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Claim 21: “Bobby Valentine mustache disguise (May 29)”

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A Reddit post specifically mentions a Bobby Valentine giveaway on May 29th, 2026, but no other independent sources corroborate this.

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web search NEUTRAL — Feb 19, 2026 · You don't understand he had on the 2 giveaways that night at Shea. First is the titelist themed Mets golf hat.2026 Season Promos/Giveaways schedule is out : r/NewYorkMetsBobby Valentine…
https://www.reddit.com/r/baseball/comments/1r979zr/promotion…

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Claim 22: “Eat in the Cave’s Puerto Rican soul food and their vegetarian empanadas with sweet pumpkin and chickpeas.”

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