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Mets manager Terry Collins “happy” players stand for national anthem

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The world of sports and politics collided on Saturday when President Donald Trump criticized players who choose to kneel during the national anthem in protest of racial inequality.

Mets manager Terry Collins was asked about these public protests, and while he didn’t criticize them, he did mention he was “proud” of his guys for standing up during the national anthem.

“I’ve got to tell you, I’m not a big political guy, not by any stretch of the imagination, but I respect — I have been blessed enough to travel the world — and I respect our country immensely.