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Knicks star is reminder of how refreshing it is to watch best athletes put in extra work
November 16, 2024 | 3:57pmIn the overall blueprint of a season it means nothing, sure. And on the complicated matrix by which we judge the careers of pro athletes, it probably means even less.
Today's Iconic Moment in NY Sports History: The Mets play their first game at Citi Field after 45 seasons at Shea Stadium
April 13, 2024 | 12:03pmApril 13th, 2009: The New York Mets played their first game at Citi Field after 45 seasons at Shea Stadium. The Mets moved into their new home right next to...
Former Mets star — and manager — next alumni coming to camp
February 21, 2024 | 9:21pmDavid Wright’s appearance at Clover Park over the past two days was just the start of the Mets bringing star alumni into camp this spring.
What Mets legend thinks about team's third base battle
February 20, 2024 | 9:15pmDavid Wright is an interested observer as to how the Mets’ two young third basemen might respond to their rookie struggles from last season.
Mets still trying fill the David Wright void at third
September 29, 2023 | 8:07pmThe production at the position was so bad in 2023, the Mets probably should have seen if the 40-year-old had a few good at-bats left in him during one of...
Why David Wright sees the Mets' transition as an opportunity and what he's doing to make that happen
August 4, 2023 | 8:40amDavid Wright has been mostly absent from Citi Field since his 2018 retirement, but he’ll be back next week.
David Wright surprises bartender rocking his Mets jersey: ‘Thought you were f–king with me’
April 21, 2023 | 2:50pmThe San Francisco bartender, who was wearing Wright's jersey, got quite the surprise upon discovering who their next customer was.
It's been five years since the Mets had a captain. Who could fill the role now?
March 31, 2023 | 8:40amIf you look at the Mets roster — and the contracts and personalities of the players currently on it — there are two potential candidates.
Why Anthony Volpe’s Opening Day nod feels like New York’s most significant baseball debut in years
March 30, 2023 | 7:41amWhen Anthony Volpe plays shortstop and hits ninth (probably) for the Yankees on Opening Day, it might be the most significant New York City baseball debut in decades.
Ex-Met star on Aaron Judge: 'Pressure' from being captain, big contract
March 2, 2023 | 10:15pmDavid Wright understands at least some of the challenges ahead of Aaron Judge this season.
Big offseason acquisition ready to make his Mets debut
February 28, 2023 | 8:52pmKodai Senga is ready to take a crack at major league hitters in a game situation. The right-hander will get that first opportunity Sunday.
Steve Cohen bringing back fan favorites for Mets spring training
February 22, 2023 | 11:11pmThe Mets’ reconnection to their history under owner Steve Cohen will mean an increased alumni presence in spring training.
What are the chances David Wright or Jose Reyes join the ex-Mets on paths to the Hall of Fame?
January 27, 2023 | 8:40amDavid Wright and Jose Reyes will become eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame for the first time, joining Billy Wagner and Carlos Beltran. It's like a 2006-09 Mets reunion.
Signing Jacob deGrom chance for Steve Cohen to satisfy his inner fan
December 1, 2022 | 11:55pmFrom the day Steve Cohen bought the Mets, he made it abundantly clear that he did so entirely with his heart at the controls.
Mets star may end up being worth $341 million after all
August 10, 2022 | 11:08pmThe 28-year-old Francisco Lindor acts like a ballplayer who might end up being worth the 10-year, $341-million deal after all.
David Wright sees similarities between Francisco Lindor and this ex-Met
April 1, 2022 | 3:41amDavid Wright has seen this before. A splashy acquisition who was awarded an enormous contract and corresponding expectations. A disappointing first season going from a small market to a big...
On This Day in New York Sports History: New York Mets name David Wright captain
March 21, 2022 | 7:31pm9 years ago today, David Wright was named the fourth captain in New York Mets history. In 323 games as captain, Wright hit 38 homeruns with a .280 batting average.
Why the Mets are re-committing to minor league wins
February 25, 2022 | 12:00pmEnter a new Mets front office regime and a commitment to winning at all levels, not just the major leagues.
What to expect in baseball's next Hall of Fame votes without the usual villains
January 27, 2022 | 7:40amThe dust hasn’t even begun to settle on Tuesday’s outrage-inducing voting results for the Baseball Hall of Fame, but let’s take a stab at predicting the coming years of the...
Why David Wright makes sense as the next Met to have his number retired
January 14, 2022 | 8:40amIt’s a slam dunk that the Mets honor their most recent captain by retiring his No. 5 eventually, so why wait?