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Watch: David Wright gets standing ovation from Mets fans

September 28, 2018

by Gordon Dixon

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David Wright received a warm reception during his much anticipated return to the New York Mets.

Wright last played in a major league game in May 2016 due to injuries to his back, shoulder, and neck. On Friday, he once again stepped into the batter’s box at Citi Field.

Prior to entering the game as a pinch hitter during the fifth inning, Wright received a standing ovation from the fans.

Now Batting: David Wright. pic.twitter.com/FUVhtweMON

— SportsNet New York (@SNYtv) September 29, 2018

Wright is expected to start at third base on Saturday in what will be his farewell game. He has spent his entire big league career with the Mets. Wright has made seven All-Star teams and has served as the team captain since 2013. He is the Mets’ all-time leader in hits (1,777), runs scored (949), doubles (390), RBI (970), and walks (761).

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