Overview

• All Saturday home games at Citi Field between March 28 and May 25 will start at 1:40 p.m., and from June 1 to Sept. 21, the start time will move to 4:10 p.m.
• The change in schedule is a result of a survey conducted by the Mets, which revealed that nearly 90% of respondents preferred earlier game times on Saturdays to accommodate children, families, and large groups.
• Previously, the Mets alternated between late-afternoon and night games on Saturdays.
• The shift in game times is seen as a rare instance of prioritizing in-person fans over television viewers.
• Along with the change in game times, the Mets also announced their promotional schedule for the 2024 season, featuring giveaways such as a Hello Kitty light-up bobblehead and a pickleball paddle.