Home » Sports » MLB » New York Mets

“We both almost cried” – Francisco Lindor reveals wife Katia’s reaction after he won 2026 Roberto Clemente Award

In addition to being one of the finest shortstops in the major leagues, Francisco Lindor was recently awarded for his philanthropy and community involvement, as he won the prestigious Roberto Clemente…

By Raghav Mehta · Sportskeeda

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 3:03 AM

Key Things to Know

Francisco Lindor won the Roberto Clemente Award and shared that he and his wife almost cried with excitement.
Lindor credited his wife Katia as a crucial partner in advocating for and guiding others in the community.
The Roberto Clemente Award recognizes MLB players who demonstrate exceptional character, philanthropy, and community involvement.

The Story in 60 Seconds

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has won the prestigious Roberto Clemente Award for his philanthropy and community involvement. Following the announcement, Lindor revealed that both he and his wife, Katia, were deeply moved and almost cried upon hearing the news, emphasizing her equal commitment to community service.

The Roberto Clemente Award is presented annually by Major League Baseball to honor extraordinary character and contributions both on and off the field. Lindor became the first Mets player to earn the accolade since outfielder Curtis Granderson won it in 2016.

Read the full article on Sportskeeda