Madonna, Whitney, Diana, Gaga and Taylor–would’ve been welcome at any bar in Hell’s Kitchen. But on Friday night, our favorite pop divas were heard throughout Citi Field.
When Canha was coming out, he wanted the gays to know. (Last season, Canha also walked out to Madonna, Gage and Diana.)Mark Canha is a Pride Night icon.#LGM #LFGM pic.twitter.com/4sViI40aFEAll the dudes in the closet real mad right now because they can’t be free.Mark Canha is the bestOne of the most outspoken LGBTQ+ allies in baseball, Canha was the face of the Mets’ Pride Night festivities.
Prior to the game, he recorded a video message explaining why the event is so important to him. “Pride Month is just a really important and fun time for me personally,” he said. “I think Pride Night is really fun and festive, and I love celebrating our LGBTQ+ community.
It’s a community I have a soft spot for, and will always support.”Pride Night is TOMORROW at @CitiField! ?@outtadapakmark is excited to celebrate with you all.