Today, I finished watching “The Wright Way,” an uplifting and poignant documentary on the career of David Wright, who was the third baseman for the New York Mets for 14 years (2004-2018). Nicknamed “Captain America” for his superlative play during the 2013 World Baseball Classic, Wright set Mets franchise records for Hits, RBIs, Runs Scored, Singles, Doubles, Extra-base hits, Total Bases, Walks, At Bats, and even Sacrifice Flies.
A two-time Gold Glove and Silver Slugger Award winner, a seven-time All Star, Wright was the face of the franchise. Sadly, injuries and spinal stenosis cut his career short. He may not be in Cooperstown, but he left an indelible mark on New York baseball. I loved watching him and deeply respected him for bringing his best to the game.
The beloved former Mets Captain wore #5 over the course of his career. Today, the New York Mets inducted him into the franchise Hall of Fame and retired his number in a terrific tribute ceremony at Citi Field. He and his family threw out the game’s first pitches.
Wright gave a heartfelt speech in front of the Mets faithful. He thanked not only the Mets fans but the great city of New York, where he spent his entire baseball career. I don’t know how he kept it together during that speech. I couldn’t!
This New York Yankees fan was deeply moved by both the documentary and the ceremonies today. I tip my Yankees baseball cap to a man who worked hard to achieve wonders against all odds. He was an amazingly competitive player who gave it his all and did everything the Wright Way.
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