David Wright
When he debuted in mid-season in 2004, David Wright immediately became an impact player for the New York Mets. The third baseman batted .293 with 14 homers and 40 RBI in half a season as a rookie, and drew raves for his defensive play. He hit over .300 and was an All-Star in each of his first two full seasons, helping the Mets to the NLCS in 2006. A versatile player, Wright stoled 20 bases and hit 20 homers in a season.
Quotes From Wright
"As far as home runs, I could care less about home runs. If I don't hit any home runs, that's fine with me, as long as I drive in runs and get some big hits." — David Wright in April of 2007
Played For
New York Mets (2004-2005)
Born
David Allen Wright was born on December 20, 1982, in Norfolk, VA.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
Primary Position: 3B
Primary Team: NYN
College: None
Major League Debut
July 21, 2004
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Feats
In 2007, Wright broke the Mets' franchise mark for a hitting streak, previously held jointly by Hubie Brooks (24 games in 1984) and Mike Piazza (24 in 1999).
Notes
In 2006, Wright hit a home run in his first All-Star Game at-bat.
Hitting Streaks
26 games (2006)
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