Ian Jackson throws first pitch for Mets at Citi Field, joined by teammate Ruben Prey

St. John's University junior guard Ian Jackson and forward Ruben Prey, the top two returning scorers from the Red Storm’s 2025‑26 basketball season, performed a ceremonial first pitch before the New York Mets’ game against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field in Queens, New York. Jackson took the mound about ten minutes before the 7:10 p.m. start and tossed the ball to Prey, who had never handled a baseball glove before.

The Mets defeated the Marlins 4‑2. The event highlighted the Red Storm’s back‑to‑back Big East regular‑season and tournament championships, and follows previous St. John’s players who have thrown first pitches at Citi Field, including Zuby Ejiofor in 2025.