Mets staff incorporate music video theme into pitcher Kodai Senga entrance

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Mets staff incorporate music video theme into pitcher Kodai Senga entrance
Summary

The New York Mets have implemented a new entrance for pitcher Kodai Senga at Citi Field featuring the Michael Jackson song “Beat It.” Executive producer Brendan McKeon and the team’s content staff developed a music video homage that includes choreography performed by Mr. Met and the Queens Crew. The presentation utilizes the team's internal assets to engage fans during home games. This initiative follows previous entertainment efforts at the ballpark, including the “OMG” performance by Jose Iglesias and the use of live music for closer Edwin Diaz. Mets leadership, including president of baseball operations David Stearns, noted that the pitcher has shown effective results in his relief role. The creative team continues to monitor crowd and social media reactions to refine the in-game experience for spectators throughout the season.

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  • Kodai Senga transitioned to a late-inning relief role for the Mets.
  • The team produced a scoreboard video parody of the “Beat It” music video.
  • Mr. Met and the Queens Crew perform choreography on the field during the entrance.
  • The production staff develops in-game entertainment based on fan and social media engagement.
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  • 7:00 PMYahoo SportsHow ‘Beat It’ became Citi Field’s answer to the Mets’ losing season
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When David Stearns was asked last week if he sees Kodai Senga remaining in a leverage relief role, the Mets‘ president of baseball operations said that while it’s still to be determined, watching the converted right-handed starter throw gas in the ninth inning has been “fun.” “It’s been great to see,” Stearns said. “He’s had really great stuff at times coming out of the ‘pen.” His revamped ...

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