Mr. Met, the #1 sports mascot in the country, was on hand to congratulate the Diocese of Brooklyn which was recognized by the New York Blood Center for its participation in blood drives during the past year.  The honor was presented prior to the Mets – Padres game at CitiField on May 25.  Shown, from left, are: Denise DeFabio, diocesan coordinator; Harvey  of the New York Blood Center; and Msgr. Jamie Gigantiello, representing Bishop DiMarzio who is the Kings County chairman of the diocesan blood program.