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WATCH:  Yankees, Mets honor 9/11 with ceremonial first pitches

WATCH: Yankees, Mets honor 9/11 with ceremonial first pitches

Summary

The New York Yankees and Mets held a ceremony where a husband and wife threw the first pitches to honor the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The event remembered those who lost their lives, including the couple’s fathers who died on 9/11.

Key Facts

  • The Yankees and Mets held a special ceremony on September 12, 2026, to honor 9/11.
  • A husband and wife, whose fathers died in the attacks, threw the ceremonial first pitches.
  • The ceremony marked 25 years since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
  • Many events and tributes took place across the country to remember the victims.
  • President Donald Trump attended related events, including one at the Pentagon.
  • The day included reflections on the impact of 9/11 on America’s security and resilience.
  • Families of victims called for accountability from Saudi Arabia during the ceremonies.
  • The anniversary included moments of tribute like drone displays over New York City.
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