What happened: The New York Mets sent Independence Day wishes to their fans on Saturday, joining teams and leagues across American sports in marking the Fourth of July. The holiday carries extra weight this year as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary.

Why it matters: The Fourth of July is one of baseball's signature dates, with a full slate of MLB action traditionally anchoring the holiday. Franchise well-wishes like this one are part of a league-wide wave of semiquincentennial celebrations across professional sports.

What to watch: The Mets continue their regular-season schedule through the holiday weekend as the 2026 campaign moves past its midpoint.