All-Star was more than I ever imagined
Jeff Wilpon arranged to have two private jets take the Mets’ traveling party to Pittsburgh. It was my first time flying in a private jet, so that was exciting in itself, but to be traveling to the All-Star Game with my teammates and with the Mets in first place made it a truly memorable experience. The flight was one of the first opportunities I had to take a deep breath and let it set in. While I was sitting on the plane, talking with my teammates and their families, I just began to realize how fortunate and lucky we were. It was almost overwhelming.
Everything happens very fast at an All-Star Game, so I’m glad my brothers -- Stephen, Matthew and Daniel -- were with me as well as my parents (Rhon and Elisa) and my old AAU coach. My brothers took a lot of video at the Home Run Derby and again during the All-Star Game, so this offseason I’m sure we’ll get together and relive the experience. It was really nice to be able to share the experience with all of them.
I even surprised myself a little by sticking around until the final round of the Home Run Derby. Paul Lo Duca had come up to me on Sunday and asked if I had anyone to throw to me and I told him no, that I was just going to use someone in Pittsburgh. Then he told me he was a pretty good batting practice pitcher and I kind of laughed at him.
I was skeptical, but then we went up to the cage and Paul threw some good BP. We practiced some more on Monday before the Derby and it turned out pretty good. He hit my bat a few times, especially in that first round. He did a great job of putting the ball where I like it.
I wish I could have mustered up a little more power towards the end to try and win the thing, but my arms got a little tired and I began to swing a little late. By the end, both Paul and I were a little weary. Plus, Ryan Howard was very consistent. He has a ton of power and he was dropping those balls in the river with some frequency.
I have to admit I felt a little intimidated standing in line with the other Home Run Derby contestants for introductions. I was one of the smallest guys there, along with Miguel Tejada. We were sandwiched in there between monsters like David Ortiz, Ryan Howard, Troy Glaus, Jermaine Dye. But I think I’ll be able to hold my head high when I get back with my teammates in Chicago later this week. I’m pretty sure I surpassed the expectations they had for me back in the clubhouse.
All in all, the All-Star Game was more than I even imagined. From all of the pageantry to the game itself, it exceeded my dreams. It was disappointing for the National League to lose the game, but to hit a home run in my first All-Star Game at-bat is something I'll always remember.
I enjoyed every second of my time in Pittsburgh. It was hectic, but you can’t get caught up in that. You never know how many All-Star Games you’ll get to participate in, so I really tried to make the most of it. I’m young, so hopefully I’ll get to come to a few more of these, but I’ll always have this one. I feel like I was really able to soak it in.
The snapshot I’ll always carry with me is just sitting around in the clubhouse and talking with some of the best hitters in the game and seeing how they go about their business. You get to know another side of them that you don’t see when you’re playing against them or watching them on TV. Hopefully I’ve made some lasting friendships.
As players, we’re all part of a fraternity, but we’ll all be enemies again by later this week when we get back to competing against each other on the field.
I think you did an awesome job at the All-star game! It was so much fun to watch you hit in the home run derby! Glad to hear you enjoyed it so much and appreciated your involvement as well. Congrats!
~Crystal
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"...and for some reason, I like rocking the pastels." You were awesome, David. Looking forward to Letterman tonight.
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Great job at the home run derby and the all star game! Watching you play has turned me into a baseball fan!
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I think you did an INCREDIBLE job at the all-stars game and the home run derby. I was rooting 4 u all the way!! I hope to meet u soon. as u create ur memories by living each day , i can't wait to create memories when i get to meet the person i look up 2 which is Mr. Wright. Thanks man n take care!
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Everyone was saying Ortiz and Howard, I kept telling them not to sleep on Wright. I told them this was the weekend he'll become a star. All I see on ESPN is how good this guy is and blah blah blah. I laugh to myself knowing I saw you first 2+ years ago (or whenever it was) playing for the Tides.
I'm so glad in your segment thing you said you were from Chesapeake. Whenever they say Norfolk, VA I think 'here we go again.' I even had someone who's a pretty good Mets fan tell me how it make sense I was a Redskins fan because Chesapeake is near DC.
Anyway, I'm glad you'll make people know where we are. Go Mets.
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David,
Wow! What can I say you really shined in the burgh! The Home Run Derby was great! Well and the All-Star game...first at bat and you hit a home run :) It was nice to see Jose at the game even though he was not playing...tell him thanks for going there and supporting the team! Can't wait for maybe more All-Star memories from you. Well good luck to you and the team Chicago and Cincy!!! LETS GO METS
~Betsy
P.S. Can't wait for Letterman tonight! Have fun!
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David,
I think you and the guys did a great job representing New York at the All-Star game and you definitly made a splash (even if it wasn't in the river). Thanks for making it so much fun to watch the Mets. I've been a fan since I was a kid, but this is definitly the high point! I'm looking forward to seeing you in many All-Star games to come (representing the Mets of course!) Congrats again and good luck tonight on Letterman!
-Krystal
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David,
My hats off to you and the rest of your teammates. It has been a long time since the organization was so well represented. I was glued to the tv during the HR derby and the game like I normally am when I watch Met games. I normally enjoy the break by not watching baseball. thank you for making it interesting again. Did I hear you say in your in-game interview that you and Jose bleed blue and orange?
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David,
Amazing job in the homerun derby and in the all-star game! It was great to be able to see my favorite player do so well and it was just amazing! I'm glad that you enjoyed and were always smiling. And good choice with Paul! Looking foward to seeing you on Letterman tonight. Also cute commercial during the game and AWESOME homer!!!!!!!!!! Also 22 homeruns...wow! Way to represent the National League East and more importantly the METS! Keep up the great job! Go Mets!
I love you David!
~shea
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Congrats, David!
Good job in the All-Star game!
I'm a high school senior in Taiwan, a small island in the pacific. I began watching ball games in the major league because of Chien-Ming Wang, a gorgeous Taiwanese pitcher in NYY.
I was impressed by your excellent performances tho' i seldom watch ball games other than the yankees. You're especially amazing and precious since you're only 23! Keep up the good work! 加油!(jia-yo)
Kelly Yu-Ju
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Congratulations on an awesome All Star break David! Watching you hit those 16 homers in the first round on Monday was amazing. Every day that I watch you play baseball makes me prouder and prouder that you've been my favorite player since 2004. Awesome job in the game last night. NL deserved to win, but that's okay. Your input into the game was fantastic as usual. I thought it was really cute during the homerun derby when Ortiz went to towel you off haha. It's amazing how enemies can become the best of buds during times like this.
Good Luck in the upcoming games.
I love you David!!
Your #1 Fan,
Kristen
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Great job at the All-Star festivities this year David! You exceeded my expectations and actually nailed my hopes! That 9th inning was really painful but I couldn't help but be proud of you and Beltran for bringing your "A" games to the park.
I'm glad your family was there with you and were able to record a lot of it. That's a pearl of great price for the future eh.
Keep up the good work!
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Hey-
Woahhhh..you did Amazinggg at the all-star game..and the home run derby! It was extremely awesomeeee when you hit that home run in the allstar game..1st time up=amazingggg..haha..well awesomee job! keep up the good workk! :)
-Katie G.
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Man, it was a joy to watch. I went a bit crazy on my blog with all the excitement you and the boys gave us.
Have you seen the MLB.com Midday broadcast where they miked Jose Reyes responding to your derby home runs? That's a TREAT to watch. At times you had him barking like a seal as the ball soared far, far, far. "That's my man!" He screamed.
The best part? When you said "I'm tired," Jose Reyes called out: "Get an apple juice!"
You two "bleed blue and orange" indeed.
I hope you're feeling all the many tons of love we've got to give you. You're our special, special guy.
http://www.pickmeup.mlblogs.com/
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Congrats on your performances in the Home Run Derby and the All Star Game. Glad you enjoyed the experience and told us about it on the blog.
You'll have more for sure.
Now Lets Go Mets!
Kellia
Life, Baseball & Eric Byrnes
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David,
Awesome job at the All-Star Game and the HR Derby! You smoked the other guys in the first round and to come in second amongst all these amazing competitors is a great accomplishment. Congrats!! Looking forward to seeing you on Letterman tonight. Good luck, keep smiling and have fun. Gotta love the pastels. :)
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Great job David! We're proud of you and thanks for sharing the experience with us. It was a lot of fun to watch. You gave me and my 6-year old son baseball memories that will last forever :-)
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Mr. Wright -
Congratulations on your performances in the HR Derby and the All-Star Game. It seems like you've really got it going on now, with the media calling you "stud" and "model for young players" and such. One thing disappoints me, though. What was with the cursing at the HR Derby? I was watching it via MLB.com, and they didn't seem to be doing a good job of censoring it... I distinctly heard you curse more than once, and a bunch of other players were cursing in Spanish. Isn't this supposed to be a family event? I'm not saying it's as bad as the Janet Jackson fiasco, but still, it's not what I would expect from the seemingly perfect media darling everyone recognizes as David Wright.
-Erik
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Great job D.Wright. After you hit those 16 homers the first round i was standing on the couch dancing because i was so happy for you. I feel this sense of pride when you do anything great for some reason. =] Then in the All-Star game..my dad and I both predicted you were gonna hit one out and sure enough..you did! You better be able to carry some of that power with you for the rest of the season though!=] Good luck in the second half and hopefully I'll be able to make it up there for a playoff game in october!
Love!
Michelle-Orlando, FL
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Hey David,
Don't be intimidated with Ryan Howard, David Ortiz and those guys. I agree, they are really good but you belong in their group. I mean it. Great job in the All-Star Game and HR Derby. I'm positive you'll be just as good in the second half of the season.
Good luck,
Emily
P.S. Have fun on David letterman's show tonight. Just relax and enjoy, the guy's a blast. I'll be watching.
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David,
What can I say? You are simply incredible.
You did an amazin' job at the Home Run Derby. 16 in the first round! Needless to say, I was impressed. And then to hit that beautiful home run in your first at bat at the All Star Game... wow. I am so happy for you and all your success. You truly deserve it. You're a great guy and a player kids could really look up to. Everybody loves you.
"Jose and I bleed blue and orange"...OMG, you were born to be a Met. I almost cried when you said that. You really make a Mets fan proud, David.
And the little profile they showed of you... 24 your favorite show, rockin' the pastels, Virginia is for lovers... too cute!
Anyway, I just wanted to say that you are officially a sports superstar, because everyone who saw the ASG who isn't a Mets fan, knows what we've known all along. You're the best!
P.S. Good luck on Letterman tonight. Can't wait!
All the love in the world,
metygrl
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David,
I thought you did, an excellent job at the home derby at the all-star game. I glad I voted for you. I couldn't believe that you hit that many home runs. I bet you were tired, after that. I am looking forward seeing you on David Letterman tonight.I will watching you this weekend, when you play in Chicago. I think that you are a young handsome man. You have a cute smile.
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David, you did an awesome job in the All Star game. I love watching you play. My sister wants to ask, whats with your tongue sticking out everytime you swing?? We love it. Can't wait to watch you back in action with the Mets!!
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DWright,
Cliff Floyd should owe you a steak dinner for the rest of the year for saying that you'd only hit 2 home runs! And as far as being intimidated by the big guys in the derby, I'd take you over Ryan Howard any day. He's lucky he was able to choose his own BP guy because if it was a lefthander, he would have been hitting nothing but air baby!
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David,
You Did an awsome job in both the All-Star game and HR Derby! You keep proving yourself your one of the best rising stars out there! I remember when u were down here in Kingsport in 2000..awsome to watch u play..and Jose..ya'll should come bak down here sometime..You are one of the reasons i am a Mets fan..Class act on the feild and off the feild..Keep doin what your doin David Your Awsome!! Can't wait to see you on Letterman, good luck!
Their Time Is Up Your Time is "WRIGHT" Now!!
-Vince B
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David...great job in the Homerun Derby and the All-Star game!! You rock! And also for some strange reason you "like rocking the pastels"- don't worry you look hott in anything you wear! :) You are just amazing! Keep on hitting homers and getting RBIs and you'll be the NL MVP!! Have a great rest of the season and have a great time on the Letterman show tonight, that's the only reason why I'm watching it! Are you wearing a pastel shirt? lol
Your biggest fan and your new wife....
nicolette <3
LETS GO METS!!!!!!!!!!!
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hey David-
AWESOME job in the homerun derby and the all star game!!!!!!!! Hey, don't feel down because ryan howard beat you in the final round of the HR derby. In your fans' eyes, you won. It was awesome that you made it to the final round. You are amazing. It must have been an awesome experience. I also want to say congrats on your outstanding performence in yesterday's all star game. in your first at bat in your first all star game you hit a homerun. now that's something to remeber! I always say "it doesn't matter what the scoreboard says if you gave it your all" and Mr. Wright, you truly did give it your all.
- Your biggest fan
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David,
I am a high school sophmore and I was in Pittsburgh this week. I am a dieheart Mets fan and always will be. I am a big fan of you. To watch you that night during the homerun derby chanting Lets go Mets. And cheering for you was and great experience and I want to thank you for the show you put on. Also Congratulations on your Allstar Game Homerun that was very exciting as well. You had a great week from a fan perspective and should be very proud of yourself. And either you or carlos would have had an MVP award if Phil Garner wouldn't have taken you out because you would have made the play to end the game that Cabrera didnt.
Thank You for making the Mets an exciting team again. You are the Best thing that could have happened to the franchise. And when given the oppurtunity please sign that long term contract because we want you here for your career
Thanks,
Billy Ludeker
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David,
I am a high school sophmore at St. Anthonys in Huntington and I was in Pittsburgh this week. I am a dieheart Mets fan and always will be. I am a big fan of you. To watch you that night during the homerun derby chanting Lets go Mets. And cheering for you was and great experience and I want to thank you for the show you put on. Also Congratulations on your Allstar Game Homerun that was very exciting as well. You had a great week from a fan perspective and should be very proud of yourself. And either you or carlos would have had an MVP award if Phil Garner wouldn't have taken you out because you would have made the play to end the game that Cabrera didnt.
Thank You for making the Mets an exciting team again. You are the Best thing that could have happened to the franchise. And when given the oppurtunity please sign that long term contract because we want you here for your career
Thanks,
Billy Ludeker
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You should make a deal with us posters that if you hit less than 5 home runs in August, you would have to make your entrance theme at Shea "The Right Stuff" by New Kids on the Block!
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David, great job at the all-star game! If the Mets win the series this year and you continue to produce in the clutch and big moments, you will OWN this town like not many others have! You handle yourself like a true pro and I hope you continue your success for many years to come. MVP!!
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David, you are a model athlete and courteous gentleman. Don't ever forget your roots and the fans that support you. You are a shining star headed for greatness. Let go METS!!!!!!
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Great job!!
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Hey David,
I forgot to mention before, when I went to my baseball camp today everyone at camp was saying. "Ahh man, did you see David Wright's HR last night?" Everyone, the guys there that weren't Mets fans and even the Yankees fan said you was amazing. I think I speak for almost everyone when I say that you have our vote for MVP.
Until next time,
Emily
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David~
I just wanted to write and say congratulations on a very successful All-Star Game/Home Run Derby! I'm glad that you were able to have fun and enjoy the time with your family and teammates! It's always great to see how much fun you guys had. You looked like kids in a cany shop!
Keep up the good work! I can't wait to see you guys in Chicago! Keep having fun and keep showing that awesome smile!
~Mary
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Awesome job at the Homerun Derby and in the All-Star Game!! You deserved a spot on that team because you are definitely an All-Star!! Good luck on Letterman tonight!!
~~Your #1 Fan
Katie
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David!
I was wonderfully surprised by your performance in HomeRun Derby and was disappointed that I didn't get to see the All-Star game 'cause I had to work. I have been a Mets fan all my life; my dad was one, and his dad was one. It's been hard being a Mets fan and living in Missouri, but that's life. Thanks to this great season and your performance this last week, I get to hold my head high and challenge the Cards fan here. I think you would have done better than Pujols if he had been in the Derby and I let them know it.
~Bethany S.
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Hey David!
Great All-Star showing. You hit a fantastic dinger in the first. I was pulling for the AL since I am from Canada and a huge Jays fan (sorry!), but I also love the Mets. I love any rivals of the Yankees or Red Sox, so you guys are right near the top. How would I go about obtaining your autograph?
Again, great game!
Go Mets!
Alex
Canada
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Awesome job!!! :o) you did great~ the mets are def on top & im at almost every game :o) You are amazing!!!!
~Amy
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We're proud of you, David. Keep up the good work - and thank you for being such a key factor in making Mets baseball fun again.
Lisa (Albany, NY)
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David, you did a fantastic job in the All-Star game and home-run derby, everyone in Chesapeake has always been proud of you, and the pride keeps growing. A lot of people think the mets have been "lucky" so far this season; luck has nothing to do with it. Everyone of you guys put your heart and soul into every game and I can see that taking the team a long way. It makes me proud to say I went to high school with you! Congratulations, David, and keep up the hard work!!! See you on Letterman tonight!!!
Love ya,
Ashley
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Hey Dave, I have to say I did chuckle a little when I saw Paul pitching to you Monday Night, but you both did a GREAT job! I'm very happy for what you're doing for this team, you are by far my favorite player on the Mets and you have turned my little cousins into Met fans. Thanks again.
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David you were awesome at the Allstar game!! What a great season you've been having and you are making Mets fans so proud. Can't wait to see you on Letterman tonight!
Suzanne
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OMFG OMFG OMFG....I LOVE YOU...you so HOT and I WANT YOUR BABIES.....OMG,,,I LOVE YOU!!!!
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Hey David,
I want to say your welcome on thnaking us the fans for voting you in the All-Star game and to congratulate you and the rest of the Mets team on job well done at the All-Star game. I just read the article on Sports Illustrated and let me tell you that article was hilarious!!! Captain Red ***, Visine, Moses!!! You guys are great!!! I want my copy of SI autographed and im keeping it forever!!!
~Liz~
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David - Great job in the all-star game! Loved to see you and all of the other former Binghamton Mets doing so well in the 'bigs' (although we'd love to have you back here in Bingo). Keep up the great work - it's a lot of fun being a Mets fan this season! - Jill
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You made every Mets fan proud these last couple of days!!! I was a little irritated before the derby, because all the announcers were talking about Ortiz, Howard, and Cabrera.... and never even thought you had a chance. I guess you proved them all wrong. I believed in you, as did all of your fans here. Same with the All Star game. You and Beltran ruled the game and without either of you, there wouldn't have been the 2 runs the NL got. That just proves the METS ARE #1 this year!!!! Keep it up. We know you've got what it takes to go ALL THE WAY!!!
With that said - and no I'm not trying to spam - please everyone (including YOU David) check out my David Wright fansite @ http://www.bella-dorka.com/wright Gotta show some LOVE!!!!
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Wow, you are AWESOME on the field and off!!! The Mets couldn't ask for a better guy!
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You did such an amazing job in Pittsburg David! The Mets really stepped up and let their voices be heard, the players on the Mets are some of the best in the game and are here to stay! Keep up the momentum until October Dave, we'll all be watching and rooting for you the whole way! Have fun on Letterman tonight!
-Jackie
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David,
I just want you to know that I think you are incredible. It’s such a joy to see you play baseball and smile doing it. I had tears in my eyes when you did not win the Home Run Derby. May God’s blessing shine on you always. Romeena A.
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David:
Congratulations in your performance on the All-Star Game. On your first at bat, we were hoping to see a double or a single, we though you might be tired, but you surprise us with that homerun out of Kenny Rogers. You are awesome; you gave the chance to the NL league to win their first All-Star game. Unfortunately it did come out. We are on the first half of the season and I already have flown to NY 4 times (I live en Puerto Rico) just to see you! That’s love. LOL. Keep on the great job; you are my MVP for this season, for the postseason and the World Series. And I’ll be there!! When you receive that so precious WS Ring!!!
Good Luck
With love!!
Yelena Giselle Hazim (yelena_giselle@hotmail.com)
(Feel free to answer whenever you want!!)
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Hey David,
Congrats on doing so well in Pittsburgh! You definitely did not disappoint your fans.
I'm looking forward to a great second-half... it's going to be tough in October without that homefield advantage.
~Geoffrey~
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David,
I think that you are a great ball player and a wonderful addition to the Mets. I grew up loving the Mets, and you guys make it fun to watch Mets baseball again! Keep it going in the second half and I cant wait for the playoffs (and hopefully a World Series Ring)!!
Good Luck!
Jill Bruno
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David :
You did amazing at the HR Derby. I was rooting for you to win. But not everyone can win. I was looking at the guys during the beginning when they announced you guys and I said to my dad "look wright is the smallest guy there" and I laughed it off. Like I tell my campers at my job "small people can do big things." At the all-star game you did amazing. I saw that HR and I was just amazed. I said "the kid's bat is hot! How can he keep going after last night." So congrats with all that!! Keep up the most amazing work!! You'll get plenty more of All-star games, garunteed. You are amazing keep that in mind. Good luck in the rest of the season.
Steph
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OK, first of all, I don't want to have your babies, lol. That said, thanks for representing the Mets so well in Pittsburgh (as you always do). The audience will go nuts when you come out onstage on Letterman tonight...don't be surprised. I've watched an awful lot of baseball in my time on this planet, and it's a real pleasure to see a guy like you, who loves the game, comes to play every day, has an upbeat attitude and time for everyone. One rarely sees that in an athlete anymore. It's been a really enjoyable season and I'm looking forward to my 4 or 5 more games at Shea this year, as well as a trip to Washington and Philly in August. Keep the intensity!
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David,
It was great to see you do so well over the past few days. In your last blog, I left a comment about how life was all about the moments that take your breath away. I think it is safe to say that the past few days have definitely done that! Congrats to you for being able to live your dreams and to inspire so many others in the process. There was a great article on you in the Virginian Pilot today. You are a class act and a true hometown hero. Good luck on Letterman and your weekend series with the Cubbies! PS Your Virginia is for Lovers comment last night was priceless!
Rooting for you in Chesapeake,
~Melissa~
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great job David, really outstanding. My dad never watches the whole home run derby but this year he couldn't take his eyes of the screen. Good job in the game by the way, i bet you guys would have won if reyes had been playing just because he is really good at jumpstarting an already awesome lineup. good luck with the second half of the season!!
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hea David,
You were absolutely amazin' in the Homerun Derby and All Star game!_! I'm so happy you enjoyed yourself this week and had a great experience for your first time there. That homerun in your first at bat showed everyone that you deserved to be there. You are the future of this team. I can't wait to see you on Letterman tonight! Don't worry... you 'll be fine. Just keep flashing that beautiful smile of yours. Good luck.
I LOVE YOU DAVID!
LETS GOOOO METS!!!
-Lindsy (wifey)
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heyy david,
you did great in the home run derby and all star game. i'm a huge phils fan, so i had to root for ryan howard, but i have to give you props. but he didn't hit a home run in the all star game, did he? haha.
<3,
kate
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nice job with the first at bat and i wanted u to win the in the hr derby to but u cant have it all with ur team in 1st and a hr in the all star game in ur first at bat
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David,
You did an awesome job in the All Star Game and at the HomeRun Derby!!!I cant wait to see you on Letterman tonight!Good luck with the second half of the season!
loveya
♥Marissa
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Hey David i dont even know what 2 say 2 u..U r definetly something..You did So good At both Games and im glad to hear that u had fun..Its funny to hear u say that u were intimidated standing Next to David Ortiz because the way i see it u have so much potential that you can be another David ortiz in the Future and im constantly telling People to not underestimate you because you'll be Brilliant (Not that you arent now)Just Keep Doing your thing and Good things will Come out You kno..Wish u da best in everything u do and u kno i got you Tonight on David Letterman I cant wait..Oh and dont be too nervous even if it is like a couple million people Watching your every move lol..just kidding
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David,
You did an amazing job in both the home run derby and in your first all star game! Talk about snapshots you carry with you; I remember about a year and a half ago during spring training in Florida. My girlfriend and I went to see the Mets play against the Dodgers in Vero Beach, FL for a spring training game. You were signing some autographs at the end of the game, and I asked her to go get your autograph on a baseball. It was our first date and she walked up all pretty in pink and blonde hair and, somewhat intimidated, asked if you would sign. You signed the ball and then dropped the ball but couldn't take you eyes off of her, so you were sort of fumbling around for the ball until you found it. We both thought it was hilarious and we still talk about it today. We have since have broken up, but don't let that stop you. I doubt you remember it, but it was still one of those little things that make life fun. You are going to be a great player and best of luck to you and the rest of the New York Mets in their quest for another World Series victory. Thank you.
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Ohhh mann david your my hero! its crazy how amazing it is to watch your idol do as great as u did. Im soo proud to wear my david wright jersey now even though a live in an area mostly dominated by yankee fans. I would always wear it before but now you gave me a little bit of braging rights. I love the show 24 also. I love the way its taped...where 1 episopde is 1 hour of a day...genius. haha well you did amazing and im soo proud of you
keep it up mann
<3 Christine
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Great job, David. Now don't let it go to your head. ;->
- Paul
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David, Great Job on your first trip to the All Star Game. I'm so proud to say that I'm a Mets fan. I can tell besides a great baseball player, your a great person. Don't ever lose that and get caught up in all the hype. They interviewed your dad last night in the stands and you can tell that you come from a great family. Hopefully you'll get the money your deserve. Good luck in Chicago. We're going all the way this year.....:0) Eva
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Dear Mr. David Wright,
You did amazing job in the All-Star game as well as Beltran and LoDuca. its a shame that Reyes wasnt able to show what hes got but we all know that he has a lot. I had watched the home-run derby with my mom and my sister each time you hit a homerun we would all jump up and down and get really excited!! you did an amazing job for your first All-Star game, i cant wait to watch you in more. what i am looking foward to first is watching the METS kick butt in the world series..who need home feild advandage when you have the line-up the pitching and coaching like the mets. i really do love the mets..but i think i love u alot more each day watching you grow as a player. i am a true fan of yours. im working on a tape of the national anthem to send to shea.. so hopefully ill be able to sing there its my dream. my other dream is being able to meet you again and be able to talk to you more then just 5 min. haha
your a great player!
love an extremely happy met fan...
KIMBERLY
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Boy was that something exciting to watch! You definately made watching the All Star Game and Home Run Derby extremely exciting. You did an amazing job, congrats! Right after you hit that home run in the All Star Game my family kept calling saying did you see that! David Wright hit a home run!! I mean how could anybody miss it. Well Im glad you had fun and I definately had a blast watching. It's great to be a David Wright fan. =) Good Luck with the rest of the season.
♥Lauren
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You deffinently gained some new fans over the all star game.....hope you guys come out to CA for the play offs so we can see you play.
~samantha
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Congrats on the All-Star game.
However, you should know that an even greater honor has been given to you...starting 3rd baseman on the 2006 "Handsome Man Team!"
Check it out. http://www.snobsvsslobs.com/?page_id=340
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David,
Great performance this all-star break. The home-run derby was insane. I must say behind Bobby Abreu last year, that might have been the best display of power in a single round. And hey, you do have the record for a round for a right-handed hitter, which is pretty sweet.
But yes, Ryan stayed very consistant throughout the derby. He's one of those guys that could take a lazy cut at a ball and hit it out. Either way im sure you had loads of fun with your first HR derby experience, cause I know that I did.
The game itself: its a shame that you guys lost like that. That might come back to haunt you in October if you should make it (hopefully...) But, its amazing that a guy like Miguel Cabrera made that mistake, and im sure you know what that mistake was. (playing no doubles with two outs and one of the slowest men in the game running) had he had been playing where he should have you guys would have won. But enough about that, it was a great game, probably one of the best ones in recent years. Hopefully the NL will win one sometime during your career.
Anyway, i look foward to seing you many more times this season in person, and i actually plan on following you guys down to your roadtrip to Washington in mid-August. Hopefully i can see you then. For the meantimw, keep up the great performance.
M-V-P M-V-P M-V-P!!!
Thanks David,
joneli24
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David,
Congrats on all your success at the homerun derby and the all-star game. You did such an amazing job and I wish you the best on the second half of the season. Good luck and God Bless!
~Lia
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David,
You did great in the All-Star game! My family once again was supporting you, dancing + chanting GO DAVID, GO DAVID, haha. You did amazing though, and it's good to hear that only mets scored those runs! I'm so happy you did good David. Well good luck in your next game, and on letterman tonight. I'm whatching it + taping it. Can't wait to see it! Congrats once again! I love you!!!
Your biggest fan,
Taylor :]
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Hey David,
You have been an All Star in my house since your first season with the METS. This past Christmas, my fiancee received a David Wright framed portrait from his brother. It's been proudly hanging in our livingroom since then. I can't wait to the end of the season, so that my fiancee can brag about your stats (his favorite past time is looking at the "numbers"). Anyways, wishing you continued success for the rest of the season. If the METS make it to the WORLD SERIES, my fiancee and I will be the loudest couple there. LET'S GO METS!!!
P.S. we love 24 too. It replaces METS baseball for a little while.
XOXO
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Proud of all your good work @ the All Star!
We were all rooting for you and live blogging while the HR Derby was on
It was a great ride!
*-Desiree-*
The Wrighter @
The Wrightoholics Club
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Hey David,
I grew up in Long Island, NY as a Yankee fan, but going to Mets games. I really wish I still was able to attend Mets games to get to see you play in person, but you are always a blast to watch on TV. I have the utmost respect for your playing abilities and your classy personality as an individual. I see you being an all-star many times and winning many championships with the New York Mets, kinda similar to one of my favorite players Derek Jeter. I think it is really cool that you have so much respect for Derek. I hear he is a really nice guy, is that true? I wish you the best luck with your career and inspiring young athletes to make the right decisions when it comes to sports. But most of all, I would like to thank you for being such a positive influence on me, a regular guy, for being such a great guy and making me understand what it means to treat other people with respect. You are awesome!! WRIGHT FOR 2006 NL MVP!!!!!
Sincerely,
Joe Eberlein
P.S. I hope I see a Subway Series this October.
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David: Congratulations on a job well done! Actually all the Mets did a great job. Your HR and Carlos getting on and scoring the go ahead run, and Paul's work behind the plate, nothing surprised me about you and your teammates fine work except the final outcome...how do you feel physically starting the second half of the season? It was great to see Glavine, Beltran and Reyes rooting for you there at the derby too! Not to mention LoDuca's expertly served meatballs!
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David, Congrats on coming in 2nd place in the Home run Derby. You were awesome! and to me you did win! You also did a great job on wedensday night. As soon as you came up you hit that home run, that was way cool!I can't wait to see you tonight on David Letterman! I'm so excited. I loved the little clip that you did about how you love to wear pastel color shirts and love the show 24.That was cute!Well I wish you the best of luck in the second half of the season~~Your Biggest Fan~~Ericka
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David, Congrats on coming in 2nd place in the Home run Derby. You were awesome! and to me you did win! You also did a great job on wedensday night. As soon as you came up you hit that home run, that was way cool!I can't wait to see you tonight on David Letterman! I'm so excited. I loved the little clip that you did about how you love to wear pastel color shirts and love the show 24.That was cute!Well I wish you the best of luck in the second half of the season~~Your Biggest Fan~~Ericka
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David,
You're trully an inspiration on and off the field. I became a Mets fan because of you. The pitcher and the third baseman is what I like best in baseball. And I'm so glad that your playing that position. But no matter what your position is, I will be your fan all the way! Congratulations to all your success. May you have many more to come. Thank you for the inspiration David. Godspeed.
From one your fans in the Philippines,
John Dill
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DAVID YOU DESERVED EVERYTHING. Going to the all stars, being in the homerun derby, its all yours. You are such an inspiration to me. I cant wait to get to shea and meet you. Congrats on the homerun last night, and all the homeruns on tuesday. I believed in you 110%. Cant wait to see you on Letterman tonigh. Good luck with the second half, even though you wont need it.
Love always,
Your BIGGEST fan ever Kylie<3
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Great Job at the All-Star game. It's really nice to see that you and your teammates were the only
players that scored for the NL. Even though you did not achieve home field advantage you will still be a great contender in the post-season. Keep it up!!
Your biggest fan,
Jesse
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HI DAVID!!!!
YOU DEFINITELY DESERVE EVERYTHING!!!! YOU SEEM LIKE SUCH A WHOLESOME GUY :o) YOU ARE HAVING AN AMAZING SEASON!!! GOOD LUCK!!!!! I HOPE ALL OF YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE WHICH IM SURE THEY DEFF WILL :o) I'LL BE WATCHING TONIGHT!!!!!!!
:o)
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Hey David! You did a really great job in the Home Run Derby. I'm happy you got to the final round. You were really great during the All-Star game, too. It's awesome you hit a home run in your first All-Star at-bat, and it was the first pitch! It kinda stinks the NL didnt win the game, but its cool you and Beltran accounted for the only runs. David, you deserved it all; the HR derby, the ASG, everything! Im glad you had an awesome time. You're sucha great player and you seem like a nice guy. Keep it up!!
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I must admit, ever since you came into baseball I've been a big fan. It's unfortunate that you have to play for the Mets, and not my Blue Jays, but that's how it goes. I got to see you play when you came to Toronto this year (June 23rd). The 3 run homer you hit killed us ... it was a monster shot. Not to mention you had an amazing all star week as well. It's nice to see thoughts from someone that was actually involved in the game. I enjoyed reading your blog, so keep up the great work, both on and off the field and here's to a Mets vs Jays World Series.
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Hey David!
I have been putting off writing to you becuase im really not sure exactly what i want to say. I have been a Mets fan most of my life, but when Mike Piazza left, there was something missing. I still watched you all play faithfully and i soon found a new favorite Met. See, my mom and i would take a day off work and school every year to see a spring training game. I watched you in spring training when you were just in the minor league. T told my mom to watch you becuase one day you were gonna be great, i joking told her that you would be her son on law one day too. Well obviously a few years went by, but i continued to watch you and the Mets. You are an AMAZING player, your energy is so entertaining and contagious. Congrats to you and the rest of the team for being in first place. Its never been so rewarding being a Mets fan! You stunned the world in the Home Run Derby, in fact you had me jumping on my bed like a five year old. Then your first at bed to get a homerun in the Allstar game! Like i said, AMAZING! Keep doing what you do, and know that you have a countless number of fans cheering you on. I hope you see all you boys in New York in October; now that would be a dream come true for this Florida girl!! YA GOTTA BELIEVE!!! GO METS!
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GREAT JOB IN THE HOMERUN DERBY! :)
~ from an A's fan
http://gotgreen.mlblogs.com/
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Hi David...where do I start? Thank you for being such an incredible representation of the Mets. The Mets are number one because there is a huge contribution from you. Even though the NL didn't win the All-Star game this year, you and Carlos represented the Mets incredibly well. Both runs that were scored were from the Mets and I'm so proud to be a Met fan. If the closer held up, the NL would've won it and it's all due to the Mets runs. Maybe Reyes would've also made a difference in the game if he played. There's always next year. Congrats on getting so far in the Homerun Derby too. Meanwhile, keep up the good work like you have since day one. I know you will keep getting better. MVP candidate all the way!!! You and the boys are gonna take it all the way this year!!! I don't say this cuz I'm optimistic, I say this cuz I really do believe it! Love you David!!!
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David,
You and your teammates showed in the All-Star game that the Mets are back for good. Awesome job!! As an avid Mets fan I thank all of you for playing the game with passion ... the ONLY way to really play the game. I wanted Beltran to win the MVP, but it might be even better to see the Mets winning the World Series. Keep up the awesome work and good luck on the second half of the season. Let's go Mets!!!
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Hi David. Wow, you get some pretty crazy messages. I just wanted to write you a little note to remind you that LITTLE EYES ARE WATCHING you all the time. I'm a big Rangers and Mets fan, and you are my second favorite player only to Michael Young. Needless to say, I tend to enjoy watching and cheering for guys that I think have pretty great make-ups. I think you've handled yourself very well thus far, but don't lose focus. I know it's easy to do, but you have such an amazing oppurtunity to make an impact on the lives of so many kids that just adore you. Don't think they miss a single thing you do or a single word you say. They hang on it all. lol I mean I'm nineteen years old, and I still idolize so many of you guys. Your still my heroes, and I'm sure you remember when ballplayers were your heroes and rolemodels. I'm a pretty big David Wright advocate and I'm always saying what a great guy you seem to be- a really great role model. That homerun derby performance was amazing. I had a lot of fun watching you, but I took quite a bit of slack from my friends for some of the stuff that went on pertaining you. I think you probably know what I'm talking about. I just wanted to remind you that there's always someone watching, and image is great, but really it means nothing if it's a lie. I don't think it's a lie with you. Just don't lose focus. I think your a great guy and great for the game. Thanks for what you do, not many guys put forth the effort to be a good role model.
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David--
My father passed away three weeks ago and if it wasn't for you and my Mets, I would have gone crazy by now.
I am so, so proud of you and the team, and your incredible display in the Home Run derby and the All-Star game.
I've been a Mets fan for over 30 years and this is the most thrilling season of all.
Thanks for keeping me sane over the past few weeks, and stay healthy and focused.
PS-tell Carlos that we think he should have won that gas guzzlin' Avalanche!
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DAVID.. I AM WATCHING YOU ON THE LETTERMAN SHOW RIGHT NOW.. WELL YOUR NOT ON RIGHT NOW, IM WAITING FOR YOU TO BE ON.. I THINK ALL THAT YOU HAVE DONE FOR THE METS HAS BEEN AMAZING AND I COULD NOT APPRECIATE YOUR TALENT ANYMORE THAN I ALREADY DO. IVE BEEN A METS FAN SINCE I WAS OLD ENOUGH TO GO THE GAMES,& I HAVE TO SAY SINCE 2004 YOU HAVE BEEN MY FAVORITE PLAYER.. I ADMIRE YOU IN SO MANY WAYS.. YOU HAVE EXTREME TALENT AND HAVE GIVEN SO MUCH TO THE TEAM.. & WHAT YOU HAVE DONE THIS YEAR IS AMAZING.. I HAVE NO DOUBT IN MY MIND THAT YOU WILL GO TO THE EXTREME IN YOUR CAREER AND THEIR IS NO LIMIT FOR YOU. GREAT JOB IN THE HOME RUN DERBY.. THAT WAS YOUR NIGHT IT DOESNT MATTER IF RYAN HOWARD WON IT.. IT WAS YOUR NIGHT & EVERYONE KNOWS IT!!!! AND WITH THE HOME RUN IN *YOUR FIRST ALL STAR GAME* I WAS SO PROUD OF YOU.. YOU ARE REALLY A GREAT BALL PLAYER AND A GENUINE PERSON WHO KEEPS IT REAL.. YOUR NOT COCKY AND I BELIEVE YOU WILL STAY THIS WAY NO MATTER HOW FAR YOU GO.. I LOVE YOU DAVID! GOOD LUCK WITH EVERYTHING EVEN THO U DONT NEED IT, ILL BE ROOTIN YOU ON WITH ALL THAT I HAVE.. <333 IF YOU EVER GET A CHANCE TAKE A LOOK AT MY MYSPACE.. ITS KIND OF A SHRINE TO YOU & THE BOYS.. http://www.myspace.com/lil727erin
<333 always erin pianforte
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Congrats on the All-Star game.. I love the Mets and your my favorite player so i think its awesome that you hit a homerun and the other run the National league scored was by another Met. You guys might not have won but you did great.. and the homerun durby.. Nice job. : )
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Awesome job on Letterman!! You didn't seem nervous and you looked great!!
~~Your #1 Fan
Katie
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Hi David,
Awaiting your appearance on Letterman out here in LA. You and Carlos put on a great show at the All-Star game. Had my fingers crossed that one of you would be MVP, but then that ninth inning happened. They should have never taken you out at third. Oh well! There's always next year. Here's hoping the second half of the 2006 season is just as good (if not, better) to you and the rest of the boys in orange and blue.
Janet
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Hey David its Kevin from Brooklyn & I just want to say you have made a huge impact on the mets and you really have helped my mets move forward toward the championship. Not only are you and outstanding young player but you a cool dude too...I was rooting for you in the Homerun Derby but I knew Howard would be tough lol....Im a big met fan & my father is a HUGE yankee fan, we're always arguing about you & Reyes compared to Jeter & A-Rod lol.....I kno you might not even get to read my long comment but I hope it catches your attention & I know I'm only 18 and I'm more of a football fan but just remember where you came from and how you worked hard to be where you are today.....Good Luck for the rest of the season & do your best.....
Your Fan,
Kevin S.
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You are TRULY the man. Keep doing your thing...
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Hey, David did u get to see the interveiw with ur dad? It was funny.
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Hey David,
You probably don't get the time to read all these posts but I decided to write anyway. I just wanted to say we all really appretiate how much of an effort you and the guys put into the first half of the season and the allstar festivites. You and Beltran really carried the NL on tues. You have really made us lifelong mets fans proud! I grew up a mets fan, feel lucky to have been born in '86! The best part of my summer months are going to shea or watching the games at home with my 4 brothers. There are more pictures of you guys on the fridge then us five kids. I go to college in red sox nation so i treasure these summer months and getting to enjoy the games with other mets fans, especially my brothers. One rule in this family -no one marry a yankee fan :) I loved how during the all star game you said coming up through the system, you and Jose bleed blue & orange. The two of you guys really show that everyday when you get on that field and give so much. The two of you still have that love of the game that seems to fade with veteran players. Don't lose that, you guys make games so much more enjoyable to watch. Keep having fun out there!! Good luck on a successful second half!
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David--
As tedious as it sounds, congrats again. You looked great on Letterman. You have a great smile. Can't wait til you come to Houston. Hopefully, I will get the chance to meet you in person. See you in September! :)
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Yo david, just saw you on letterman. You are really making a name for yourself and you deserve all the recognition and accolades. Your a class act, and you have become my favorite met player; very clutch. I hope you become the greatest third baseman in his