The New York Mets have paid tribute to Korean War veteran, who is 87 years old, by recognizing him as their “Veteran of the Game”.
This act of appreciation by the baseball team is truly commendable as it brings attention to the remarkable individuals who live among us.
Met fans reacts on social media
After the Mets announced his name at Citi Field, baseball fans rushed to social media to talk about it.
“No way that’s his name,” Jomboy Media wrote on X.
“No chance they just said the Mets veteran of the day is Seymour Weiner,” Eric Hubbs tweeted.
“All respect to the veteran of the game but Seymour Weiner cannot be his real name,” a fan wrote.
“Great way to open the season.. veteran of the game is named Seymour Weiner… we’re going 0-162,” a Mets fan commented.
Mr. Weiner was presented with a framed American flag that has flown over Citi Field in the past