Francisco Lindor wins 2026 Roberto Clemente Award

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor was named the winner of the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award on October 26, Major League Baseball announced. The award recognizes a major leaguer for character, community involvement, philanthropy and positive contributions on and off the field. Lindor, a five-time All-Star, was scheduled to receive the award before Game 3 of the World Series on Monday night. The ceremony was set for St. Petersburg, Florida. The announcement did not confirm that the presentation had taken place. A $100,000 donation from Capital One will support the SEEN Foundation, which Lindor and his wife, Katia, work with to help young people. The award recognizes Lindor’s work in service, education, youth development and community leadership. Lindor said the honor was among Major League Baseball’s most important awards to him, and credited his parents and family with instilling the value of sharing what he has received. He said the recognition reflected their influence rather than only his own efforts. Among his recent initiatives is Lindor’s Leaders, a yearlong leadership development program for students in Bayside High School’s sports medicine program, established in...