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Nice double tonight.

Best of luck breaking out of your funk; the Mets are going to need you down the stretch.

I completely understand your tongue habit. When I played softball I would have my mouth open when I caught a ball...and in a situation in which total concentration is necessary, I did stick out my tongue. I'm so happy that you're staying with the Mets, by the way. You are my favorite, and I admire your modesty and true love for the game. Keep it up! I'm very proud of you!

******Hey cutie pie, congratulations on your amazing contract!!! It would be incredible if you became a New York Met for life (heres to hoping). Keep up the good work!!
If you're interested in a hot New York girl, hit me up :-*

Love,

Taryn ******

Hey David!

I was at the game on Monday and you signed my Jersey. Thanks for being so sweet! Call me to hang out some time!! haha

Love you David!!!

--Kristen

Sweet socks in the Delgado pic. Ya know, they make all the Tides players (and all International league players, I assume) wear those high ones. I would go with the low pants, but you should try to bring the high socks back in style.

hey david,
great game david. i love seeing you at bat and hitting hard. see you sunday

<3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3

i love you a lot

love

nikki

Nice game tonight!! watching the Mets made me really want to play. softball has been over for a month, but the mets really get me in the mood for a day on the field.
hopefully i'll see u soon

~kelsey

Great job tonight! We're behind you all the way! I was really excited about your contract. All of New York loves you without a doubt and know that the next few years will be amazing because you'll be with us.
Can't wait to go to the game tomorrow night!

Look for my sign just for you! ;)

--Cait

you should try one pant leg up and one pant leg down....it works for me.
~kelsey

Or you could go for the mix match sock look...with one black and one orange. or any combination you can think of...

~kelsey

David,

First off I'm extremely excited that you will be a Met for a long time still. You are definately a very important key to the team and it's hard to imagine the team without you or Jose. Also great game tonight! I was so happy to see that you got a few hits and some RBIs. Slumps are just something that everyone goes through and then you come back on fire! The tongue has become a very important part of your character I must say, haha! In fact I think it's kinda cute ;-)! Okay anyways...I can't wait to see you guys Sunday! Amazing job and keep it up and don't get too hard on yourself!

I love you David!

~shea

haha do you stick the tounge out talking to girls? lol j.p
I'm really glad you sticking with the team, now i can grow old and talk about how i grew up in the Wright Era, thanks for being such a great baseball player and friendly to the fans...i really apperciate everything you've done for the club !

Thanks a Bunch,

Matt

Hey David,

Congrats on the new contract.....I hope you will play of the Mets for your whole career! Monday I am moving to New York for grad school and I can not wait to come to Shea to see you guys play! I got my jersey on Tuesday :) It sounds like you had a pretty good night tonight....I was in Williamsport at the LLWS and I had my phone update me w/ the score of the game! Well GOOD LUCK to you and the guys the rest of the season! LETS GO METS

~Betsy

P.S. Don't like people tease you about sticking out your tongue....it make you unique.....I like it!

You never cease to amaze. Congrats on a wonderful season so far. I think you're one of the few Mets that the fans won't try to jump because of a slight slump. We all know you'll get out of it and be a better player than before. I'm so glad you'll be a Met for so long.

david, first of all congrats on breaking out of your slump tonight. you did amazing, me and my father just sat that and said to ourselves come on david just take a deep breath you can do it! and then (not to our surprise) you did..your contract seems to be a good deal for you (although i dont know much about them) i hope that its what you expected..good luck in the rest of this series and of course in the play offs!

until next time--your devoted fan,

katie

p.s. everyone loves your tounge anyways, its you!

Hey David,
First off, great game tonight. You're having such a great season. Dont worry, you'll get out of this little slump soon. Im sure you know its part of the game to go through these tough times. Second, im so happy about the contracts you and Jose signed. I really hope you guys are Mets forever. I love the both of you soo much, youre my favorite players.

And, that tongue thing of yours is so cute. I love it when you do that. =)

Good luck with the season!! GOO METS!!

-Allie

hey daivd,
I was wondering how do you decide when to wear your socks high or when to wear your pants all the way down?

great game tonight, you guys are awesome!

-Lara

hey david,
i believe you passed along the tongue habit to some other Mets players especially Mike Pelfrey. You should go look at some picture or video from when he was pitching with the Mets. Every pitch he threw was assisted by a wandering tongue. I also believe Reyes does it sometimes. Glad your here for at least 6 more years, but hopefully when all is said and done we can add a 2 in front of that six and say you've played here your whole career. Great job and good luck as October is coming quicker than you think.

-Matt

hi / bonjour david !!
lm sure you don't imagine that you have a fan from France in Paris!! l play baseball in a club (the web's from Noisy le grand)and

l follow the Mets & you specialy as much as possible on mlB.com.

l wish you all the success possible

friendly all around the world

Au revoir!!

Jef from Paris

Good morning David. It was nice reading your blog and seeing you guys win last night. Good job hitting. I think I speak for all Mets fans when I say how happy we are with the season you guys are having. We've all remained faithful, but haven't had a whole lot to cheer about over the years. Now we do! So, thanks to you and the team for working so hard and being so successful. All of you are greatly apprecited. It's been 20 yrs and we all feel we're due a world series win. Stay true to the game, stay healthy and be ready for October. It's quickly on its way. I turn 30 this October and my b-day wish is..... for a world series win! Good luck tonight and play hard. We're pulling for you all. GO METS!
Becky

bekina32.mlblogs.com

Hey David,
Congrats on your contract! I knew they wouldn't pass up the chance to sign you to long term and you're too good to pass up. As a matter of fact, I stick out my tongue too. Not because you do it but because it just happens. It's quite funny. But I did not catch the game last night but heard you got out of your unrare slump. But every player goes through a slump doesn't matter how good or bad. But good luck in tonights game!!

Stephanie

Hey David!
Great job last night against the Rockies! (: I knew that you would get out of your little "funk" as Willie calls it. I read that you used to stick your tongue out when you took tests. Everyone tells me that when I'm writing something down, my mouth moves, which is kind of similar to the tongue thing. Like you, it helps me concentrate, so don't worry about it. It's pretty cool that you do stick your tongue out either at the plate or on the field. Let's go Mets! Good luck tonight.

~Katie

Finally a new post! The one thing that I look forward to the most when you guys come home is a post or two.

Don't worry about the tongue thing, it's kind of like your trademark at this point. At least your tongue doesn't hang half way down your face like Mike Pelfrey!

Good luck, and get some more hits tonight!!

-Jackie

Dear David,
I should have written sooner. First, I long ago commented on the tongue, in fact, I have that picture on my site to link to this one. If anyone even looks closely at your face, one can easily see the concentration.

Second, you are at the top of your profession. Therefore, you deserve what you get. I only wish I could use about a tenth of your ability in any profession.

Third, all the present Mets will have a unique experience tonight with the 1986 team.

Finally, now that you're set for the year, just watch out. With your looks and money, some female may get you! Seriously, I am happy with just some vicarious thrill from you and the Mets as you fight for a championship.

Dear David,
I should have written sooner. First, I long ago commented on the tongue, in fact, I have that picture on my site to link to this one. If anyone even looks closely at your face, one can easily see the concentration.

Second, you are at the top of your profession. Therefore, you deserve what you get. I only wish I could use about a tenth of your ability in any profession.

Third, all the present Mets will have a unique experience tonight with the 1986 team.

Finally, now that you're set for the year, just watch out. With your looks and money, some female may get you! Seriously, I am happy with just some vicarious thrill from you and the Mets as you fight for a championship.

hea David,

Nice hitting last night! Its good to see you swinging the bat again. It is so hard to see you in a slump because we know how great of a player you are and know what you can do. All your fans are behind you and support you during slumps and hot streaks because thats the kind of dedicated fans you have. I'm still loving the tongue....you look so focused when its sticking out!

Not to mention that you look SOOO HOT when its out. Congrats again on the contract. I'm just so happy that you want to be a Met for the rest of your career and this contract is a great way of getting you there. I love you David! Good luck against the Rockies tonight.

LETS GOOOO METS!!!!

-Lindsy

Hiya David!,

I'm so happy to see/hear that you and Jose will be here for for atleast another 5-7 years together (hopefully for the rest of your careers).

My friend and I are still fighting over you...not that we have a choice in the matter,lol.

We find it dreadfully hard not to love you <3

I dont consider what you went through a slump...I consider it showing people that in a matter of a couple more games... you'll be the most feared, streaking Met.

~Love, Christina

Email me! ^^

Just saw you at Shea last night (Friday) against the Rockies clutch hitting up the wazoo. (My 20th game at Shea this season!) Boy did we scream!

I did an interview on MLB.com radio (Under the Lights) last week and we discussed the "David Wright Goatee Watch 2006." Looks like I've got to add another entry, 'cause the D-Wright goatee is sprouting back in action, huh?

I miss seeing you and Cliff Floyd jumping to bump shoulders after a win. I hope he's back soon healthy, funny, and fierce--like we love him.

http://www.pickmeup.mlblogs.com/

Hey David, Will you marry my daughter, She just turned 22 in july, she's very beautiful and she would totally kill me if she finds out I asked you that. LOL Take Care, Theresa

Hello David Wright!!!

Congrats on the signing...great things are to come!!!!

I do not know if i enjoy reading your blogs or the comments more...you have a wonderful fan base and it is always intersting to read other peoples thoughts!

I love how you do not forget where you came from...a middle class household...many hope but few ever have such accomplishments, as you have.

I really enjoy watching you play and cannot wait to meet you!! Keep it Up!!!

amanda

P.S. I have a wonderful picture of you in philly...no, your tongue is not out!

aright, I cant even say how happy I am that you and Jose are locked up for the next few years. I think the two of you will be 2 of the marquis players in baseball for the next bunch of years, hopefully passing by that other left side of the infield in New York(by the way, I dont think you are too far off). Keep it up your the man and one of the best things that has happened to the the Mets for a long time.
Good luck in the playoffs,

Max

Hey David, I am not in love with you like every other girl on here, but congrats on the contract and good luck with the rest of the year man.

-Lynne

Ohio

Hi David,

I am 7 years old and You are my favorite player. I watch the mets games everyday with my brother and dad. A couple of weeks ago I went to my first mets game. It was so amazing getting to see you play in person. I wanted to get your autograph so bad, but my brother and I could not get close enough through the crowds. I was so disapointed. How can I get your autograph? Good luck for the rest of the season.

-Your biggest fan, Kimberly

P.S. If you E-Mail me back I would be the happiest 7-year old ever

David-

Sometimes I wonder if you really read all of these comments, haha. But its more than understandable if you don't. So many of them get posted in a short amount of time anyway, so its hard to keep up, especially during game days. But, If you do happen to see this comment, Know that you are one of the best players in the game right now. You are a breath of fresh air for all of us, and the 2006 mets are amazing. I was only born in '87, so I never got to see the '86 mets. Make it all the way this year,because I have to see you guys win!! Take care and keep playing as well as you always do. This recent slump is nothing, you'll pull ahead Cutie Pie!

-Cassie

This blog post is a very good reason why I love you, in a non-romantic way. It gives me so much relief to know a multi-million dollar contract is virtually incapable of changing the kind of person you are or your appreciation of the effort and hard work done to get you where you are today. You are an exciting and very talented player with so much more potential yet untapped, but it seems like you are just as good a person, which is a tremendous quality to possess in this current era of the spoilage of professional athletes.

The tongue thing is very cute, by the way. Don't let any comments stop you from doing that anymore. Whatever it takes to get you going, I'm all for it. What's even cuter is that you used to do it while taking tests in elementary school--now THAT'S funny!

Best of luck in the remainder of the season; I hope you go on a tear all the way through October! And congrats on your contract, it's well-deserved. Just keep a small head about it all because that's the David we all fell in love with!

-C

The ball is hit
As the runners leap

Takes a hard hop,

Infield-deep

But snagged!

On a wacky thrid base lunge

He's out at first-

All thank the tounge.

Look at me. I'm writing David Wright a poem. Hee...

-M

PS: Please write back to the seven-year-old above. She sounds really cute.

David-

Baseball is a funny game, but so is life with all its ups and downs. We all experience slumps and funks, but not all of us live under a media microscope like you. Thank God human beings are not perfect, huh? Otherwise we'd all be critiquing batting averages of .900+ instead of .300+. My uncle, former MLB pitcher Eddie Lopat, once told me "Numbers are like details. If they master us, we lose. If we master them, we win." So, stick your tongue out, stick your bat out, and stick it to them. Lets go Mets, my man!

-Rich

I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!! im looking forward to the next 6-7 years with you as a met. i really hope you read this comment but if you dont its okay im sure your really busy being like the greatest third baseman ever. your really hott and i love when you stick your toungue out. so keep doing it like the guy above "stick it to them." you guys are awesome and this is you year baby!

LETS GO METS<3

-cassie (rosey27@aol)

David you shouldnt have to worry about a slump or anything you are by far the best third basemen in the MLB and one of the nicest. Good luck in the final month of the season and in the playoffs. AND tell glavine and pedro to feel better we need them in the long run

ANDREW C-H

Rockland County N.Y

David, you are truly an amazing player. I love watching you on TV all the time and was really happy when I found out that they signed you for a longer contract. Thanks for making the mets the Wright team this year!!!!

Hey David!
Great job on sweeping the Rockies! (: Also, nice job on turning that double play today in the 7th. Hernandez pitched really well today. Hopefully Glavine's going to be okay. Enjoy your day off tomorrow and good luck against St. Louis. Keep up the great work D-Wright! Let's go Mets!

-Katie

Hey Dave,

My name is Dave too bro, I am a huge fan of the Mets and of you. You by far the best third baseman in all of baseball, better then AROD, because of how you come through in the clutch. I have a message for you to give Tom Glavine, I hear he may have a blood clot. I bought a health book over a year ago and have followed it and have not gotten sick in over a year. But the book says that for a blood clot you should take Natural Vitamin E which can be found at a health or organic store like Whole Foods. Also nattokinase, omega-3s, intravenous chelation and oral chelation. These should help him cure the problem. I know how much the mets need Tom and i want to help. Please let him know, because if he does take my advice he won't have to go through surgery and could pitch for the playoffs. Like I said before I am a huge Mets fan and felt obligated to help you guys out, please at least let Tom know and if you guys want research the advice i have given you. Well I wish all of you guys the best of luck and i will be watching you guys win the world series. Keep up the good luck bro.

Dave

HI David! If you are looking for a condo, I'm selling one in beautiful Lynbrook, USA located only 25 minutes from Shea! Price is negotiable.

Congratulations on your success. You are an incredible player. My son wrote you a letter 6 months ago (when he was 2 months old-wearing his Mets jersey)...wondering if you still answer fan mail?

Good luck in the playoffs,

Sherri

i wonder if u ever read my comments....and if u think they are creepy? haha!!!

this person above me is selling a condo...

well i dont live in new york but u can come stay at my house for free if u want!! haha

hi david!!!!

a couple of things:

1) congrats on the contract...things can only get better!!!!!

2) i love reading your wall...you got a marriage proposal, a condo for sale, and a million other things going on lol...love it!!!

3) you are an amazing ball player and writer, i enjoy reading your blogs, it is a gret way to connect to your fans...

4) heard you are taking some spanish lessons from jose...nice

keep it up wright!

amanda

PS got a great photo of you in philly...your tongue is not out (bummer, actually)...cannot wait to meet you

I hope that with your new contract you stay humble and as gracious with the kids, as you've been.

With baseball's woes, MLB needs guys like you on and off the field!

Keep up the good that you are doing!

Hi David, Congratulations on your contract. We are very lucky to have you for at least the next six or seven years (hopefully for your entire career). With the new school year approaching, I am trying to incorporate an assembly on baseball for the students. Would you ever consider coming to an elementary school in the Beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania? We would certainly be honored to have you as a guest!!! There will never be a player that has all the essential, professional qualities, both on and off the field, as you. So what better choice than to have David Wright visit our school to foster such positive work ethics to these young children? I couldn't think of any other choice. Thank you for your time and consideration. But most of all, thank you for your passion for the game. You truly are an inspiration.

Thanks again,

Patti R.

I'm a lifelong Mets fan. Unfortunately I was born in '88 and never got to see them win a World Series. I keep track of the Mets closer than ever. Have a small dry-erase board in my room with the record, the division standings, games left, and now even the magic number. I have a schedule taped up in my room where I mark down wins and losses. I have plenty of clippings from the sports section (including one about how great it turned out that the Mets didn't sign A-Rod). I have a Mets' yearbook that I bought in Laguardia Airport. I used to go to Mets games all the time, but due to illness I haven't gotten a chance yet this year. I'm determined though.

I always noticed the tounge. I like it though, it's like your trademark. And congrats on your contract. It's nice to know you and Reyes are gonna be with the Mets well into the future.

Good luck now, and especially in October. You guys deserve to win it all this year.

Hi David - I just want to say how much I love reading your blogs. You are such a great player and you have a heart of gold. You talk so highly of the team and Willie and you dont talk highly enough about yourself. You are such an asset to the team and I look forward to watching you the next 6(or 7) years. You are great now, you will only go up from here. Lets Go Mets :)

David,
I really enjoy reading your blog. I especially liked the comment you made about staying the same person you are now despite all the money.That is why so many people like you. Keep that same great attitude,David, and you will be one of the greatest Mets of all time. Hopefully, in a few years, the Mets will be honoring the World Champion 2006 Mets!

As someone who has been a fan since 1968 and have seen 2 world championships,there is no feeling like it in the world. Not only for the players, but the fans who live and die with the Mets every day. The 2006 Mets have the same feeling as the 1986 Mets - a feeling of confidence and that no matter what the score, we are never out of any game.

Please relay to Tom Glavine our concerns for his health and our confidence that he will be fine.

Great job David - much success to you and the Mets during the stretch run. You are a great young man and a fine example to all young fans out there.

Clare

Things that make you amazing:

1). You are an amazing teammate, always the first to congratulate another player on a job well done.

2). You still have your cute boyish charm-like when you miss a catch {you get this innocent look on your face} ….. it’s honestly priceless!

3). You have not let fame and fortune get to your head

Best to TG!! Read a great story on what a class act Mr. Glavine is:

http://www.greatsportsnews.com/mlb/mlbsrch.php?q=Tom+Glavine

David, I am so happy that you will be on my mets team for the next 5+ years. I was at Friday's and Sunday's game and the one thing i noticed about your hitting is as follows. Since the all-star break I feel you are thinking to much at the plate. Remember how it felt when you were on a tear and tap into those feelings. When you were hitting consistently you just went up to the plate and relied on your own instincts. Yogi Berra would go to the plate block everything out and put his bat on the ball not matter where the pitch was. If it was outside he would go oppisite field inside turn on it. The only way a pitcher would get him out if they threw him a strike the story goes. So relax. I and thousands and thousands of fans no you will snap out of this and lead us to many division and world series titles. Keep up the good work and lastly your defense is improving daily. For every good play comes a win. In any championship season in any sport DEFENSE wins the Championships always. ie: Pitching,defense in Basketball, Football, Hockey............dave

Hey David,

Congrats on the contract. I hope you stick around as a Met for the rest of your career also. Once you're a new yorker i can't imagine living anywhere else! Good luck with the rest of the season!

Love,

Trish

ps. don't ever change that tongue thing you do ;)

Hi David,

First, I want to start of by telling you that I have been a Mets fan for longer than you have been alive. My dad and I both played hooky (he was a teacher) to go to the '86 series and the ticker tape parade. That was a incredible experience and I KNOW you guys will deliver this year (no pressure..lol). I never gave up (although it was aggravating) and I am sure you won't either. After so many rough years as a Mets fan, it's refreshing to see the organization rebuild with such young talent as yourself and Jose among others. This years team is truly "amazin'" and SO much fun to watch. I was at the game on saturday night with a Yankee fan and when you guys were down 4-0 he asked if we could leave. I told him that I NEVER count this team out and I was right. I ALMOST felt bad for the Rockies pitcher...almost..because he couldn't get out of the inning. Oh well, bad day for him:)

Most importantly, I knew the first time I watched you play that we had found the "Wright" third baseman and I had a smile on my face like you wouldn't believe when I heard about your contract. You deserve it. Not just because of what you do on the field, but most importantly for the way you treat your fans. So many professional athletes are too busy to even bother with the fans, but not you. I think you are absolutely a role model for kids. They need to learn good sportsmanship and you are the personification of the word. Kids don't need to see athletes (I have a few in mind but they shall rename nameless) who think the world owes them a living because they are who they are or refuse to sign bats or balls because they are too busy. They either don't realize or don't care how much that means to a 10 year old who idolizes them. You seem to really appreciate and care about your fans regardless of how busy you are and that is evidenced through your blog. You are so young and talented and yet so grounded. In turn, I appreciate what you have done for not just the Mets, but for the game of baseball. We need more people/players like you.

I wish you the best of luck down the stretch although I don't think luck has anything to do with it. You guys have it in the bag if you keep doing what you've done all year. If I had to pick an athlete for my son or daughter to look up to, it would be you and I mean that sincerely. And remember, we are pulling for you to break out of your slump. I have faith in you.

Hang in there and stay grounded!

Sincerely,

Karin

Hi David,

First, I want to start of by telling you that I have been a Mets fan for longer than you have been alive. My dad and I both played hooky (he was a teacher) to go to the '86 series and the ticker tape parade. That was a incredible experience and I KNOW you guys will deliver this year (no pressure..lol). I never gave up (although it was aggravating) and I am sure you won't either. After so many rough years as a Mets fan, it's refreshing to see the organization rebuild with such young talent as yourself and Jose among others. This years team is truly "amazin'" and SO much fun to watch. I was at the game on saturday night with a Yankee fan and when you guys were down 4-0 he asked if we could leave. I told him that I NEVER count this team out and I was right. I ALMOST felt bad for the Rockies pitcher...almost..because he couldn't get out of the inning. Oh well, bad day for him:)

Most importantly, I knew the first time I watched you play that we had found the "Wright" third baseman and I had a smile on my face like you wouldn't believe when I heard about your contract. You deserve it. Not just because of what you do on the field, but most importantly for the way you treat your fans. So many professional athletes are too busy to even bother with the fans, but not you. I think you are absolutely a role model for kids. They need to learn good sportsmanship and you are the personification of the word. Kids don't need to see athletes (I have a few in mind but they shall rename nameless) who think the world owes them a living because they are who they are or refuse to sign bats or balls because they are too busy. They either don't realize or don't care how much that means to a 10 year old who idolizes them. You seem to really appreciate and care about your fans regardless of how busy you are and that is evidenced through your blog. You are so young and talented and yet so grounded. In turn, I appreciate what you have done for not just the Mets, but for the game of baseball. We need more people/players like you.

I wish you the best of luck down the stretch although I don't think luck has anything to do with it. You guys have it in the bag if you keep doing what you've done all year. If I had to pick an athlete for my son or daughter to look up to, it would be you and I mean that sincerely. And remember, we are pulling for you to break out of your slump. I have faith in you.

Hang in there and stay grounded!

Sincerely,

Karin

Hi david i just wanted to say big congrats on your contract and im verryy happy for you...like my AIM profile is all you--my sn is u to its wrightsmetgirl5! thats what u call love!! lolz i love your qoute when you said..."**This year a lot of female fans have held up signs asking me to marry them Those girls today are like what, 12,13,14. I'm 23 and thats still to young for me**that means i still have a chance!!
best of luck!! i might be going to the cardinal game on thursdayy so loook at home plate for me im only like a few rows up!!

lots of lovee,

nicolette wright >/5

David,
Congrats on everything! This season has been wonderful even though its not over yet. I look forward to watching the Mets in the playoffs this year!

Hey David, My 8 yr old son Eric wants you to know that he thinks you should be MVP. He thanks you for signing his ticket stub last year. He want you to know he plays 3rd base when he plays at the park and shortstop. We were there your very first game with the Mets and it's been amazing ever since. Thanks, Theresa and Eric

Ok David I'll get serious here once. I think telling you how amazing you are is kinda boring, seeing as how everyone on here tells you that, and I'm sure you already know how great you are, but I guess I'll tell you now too. You are TRULY AMAZING! One of the best, if not the best third baseman today. You have awesome and above average defensive talents which are really fun to watch. I love watching young players, beacuase they seem to have the most heart, and really love playing. Some of the veterans are fun too, like i love omar vizquel! He's just too good. Maybe it's different for you though, because you actually get to play with and against some of baseball's greatest athletes. Gosh, I would do anything to play on the same team or against some of softball's greats like Lisa Fernandez, Crystl Bustos, or Natasha Watley. I can't even begin to understand how thrilling that would be, you are so lucky!

This is long, I shoulda broke this up into better paragraphs. Haha, Oh well. Ok back to how rad you are. When I was bored in South Carolina for one of my softball nationals I read an article about how great of a hitter you are. It said you are a tough one to get out when you get down in the count. In my mind that is the best type of hitter. I mean sure if you have power and hit some homers thats cool, but when u strike out half the time...no offense to Adam Dunn, but this describes him, and i just don't think he's that great of a hitter, no matter how much power he has. But what makes you special is you have great power...and you are a difficult out. I hope to be a great hitter like that someday.

Also, you seem like such a humble guy, which is really cool. It must be hard for such a great young player not to let things go to his head. Way to keep it cool. There's so much more I could talk about, I just love to write, but school starts Wednesday and I still have summer reading. To Kill a Mockingbird is a pretty good book, i better go finish.

Later bud,

Stef....from OHIO

Congrats and keep up w/ the good work. People who are nice deserve all the success in the world.

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David,

You truley are amazin'. Only 23 and you are one of a kind. You are a very ground young ball player and you plan to keep it that way. Some players will sign a contract and let the money get to their head. I hope you stay the same through out you're career where ever it may be (hopefully you stay in new york). Also you are always the first guys to congradulate your teammate with the extremely intricate hand shakes and the high fives. A great young man and player was born on December 20, 1982 and a great young man he will remain.

Good luck with STL Let's Go Mets. I'll be at a game soon hopefully Sept. 10 for your bobble head give away!!!

I LOVE YOU DAVID

Always your #1 fan

Kellie

Hey Davey! Just writing to let you know that you shouldn't worry about the way you have been playing, you will get your groove back, it takes time and patience but we are behind you 100% and we will never betray you.

It's good to know that you have your teammates there to back you up and be there for you when things are looking rough. It's good to have such amazing people by your side.

I know what that is like, i have a boyfriend who is wonderful and has been there for me when i lost my mom and when things just fell apart with my life.

Never lose your ground and your focus, you shouldn't let people's words get to you, there just jealous because you had more courage to go after your dream and they stood by the sidelines.

Just remember that you have your family, friends and your FANS always beside you. I wish you good luck today and always!!! LETS'S GO METS!!!!

Jennifer M.

Brooklyn, N.Y.

I got to say guy you have some talent. Good game the other night. Way to stay positive and be a good role model for the kids (minus the little blips during the Home Run Derby last month). Good luck buddy. And yea, the tongue thing is pretty funny.

Hey Mr.Wright!!
You are amazing. Your my favorite player on the Mets. First I loved Mike Piazza because his birthday was Sept.4th and so was mine, but as of right now and the next 6-7 years your my favorite. I enjoy watching you improve. I also enjoy watching you play with Jose Reyes. The mets are amazing this year and your a big reason why. O and congrats on your contract, you must have been really happy. And about your tougne thingy, its hot lol. I do it sometimes because I dance and when I concentrate it happens. Unlike you I don't have pictures of me with my tougne out tho LOL!

Be4 I go I was wondering if you had a website? And if there's any possible way I can get your autograph please let me know because you have no idea how hard I'm trying lol

JoJo* =)

Hey David,

Congrats on that three game sweep of the Rockies this week. Just was wondering what you felt about '86 night this weekend. I know you couldn't have been too old then but you must have remembered some of those guys from future mets teams and i know that it must have been as great for us, the fans, to watch as it was for you. Good to see you pick up a couple RBI's that night after sitting through that little rain delay and it looks like you might be getting back on track.

Anyway, let the good times roll and i hope to see you in colorado in the next couple of weeks. Ill be the one with the mets stuff...

Later,

Dave

Whats up DWright,
Lastings is my boy but I got much respect for you and Reyes. I just got my #44 Millege Jersey today.

I noticed a habbit that you have that keeps you from husseling down the the first base line and getting infield hits. When you leave the box you carry the bat in your left hand then you switch to your right hand until you get to the running lane. This also keeps you from legging out a double the way Big Papi of the Red Sox does because he is running hard and fast from the point he hits the ball.

I see you have been working out. Check with Lastings and see if he wants to workout and you can work with him. He needs the power because hitting 8th in the lineup he will see more off speed pitches

Hi David,

I just stumbled upon your blog while I was buying a bunch of tickets and here I am after an hour of reading. I'll pay for it tomorrow, but it was worth it. I learned so much through your blog. I knew you were a exceptional athlete (not to mention absolutely adorable), but I had no idea what a wonderful person you are. I think it's great that you haven't forgotten where you came from and that you seem to take nothing for granted. I have been a Mets fan since I was a kid, 1976 to be exact and I h ave never admired a player more than I do you and my students feel the same way.

We had a day at school when all of the teachers were asked to wear their favorite teams jersy. Needless to say, I was sportin' my Wright jersy. I nearly got trampled by the girls. They are ga-ga over you and to be completely honest, although you are significantly younger, so is the teacher...lol. The boys all wanted to know if they could research you for their projects and asking all sorts of questions about you. My stock answer became, "Do I look like his agent?" The girls wanted to know if I would bring them to meet you. Would that I could because they are a great bunch of kids. They really look up to you. I think I may have even converted a few Yankee fans to Mets fans.

I have to admit that the first time I saw you play I **********! He's HOT" to wich my father replied, "He's a bit young for you (as if there is any chance..haha). But seriously, once I started to REALLY pay attention,nobody and I do mean nobody, could pry me away from the tv. I was All-county for my HS softball team three years in a row, so I can apprciate the hard work and dedication that goes into everything you do. Thankfully I was not under a media microscope, nor did I have to play with all of the pressure that comes along with playing in New York. You just handle yourself with such grace and class. You set such a good example for kids and it is so refreshing in an age when so many athletes care about nothing but the almighty dollar. Believe me, kids today just want you to "Show them the money". They seem to think that one morning they will wake up and be in the major league, NFL, or NBA without any effort. Then again, they think my job is easy too. Little do they know.

I am wondering if you have ever considered speaking at schools? If you decide to do it, you might want to bring earplugs though. Have you ever heard 200 13 year old girls scream at once? haha. I am also wondering if you will be making any personal appearances either in Queens or on Long Island. I would LOVE to meet you just to shake your hand because you make me proud to root for "my boys". In fact, I may have to head back to Spring Training.

Now, don't worry about the tongue thing. I thinks it's cute. I do the same thing when I concentrate. Trust me, it looks a lot funnier when it's a 35 year old woman in grad school

Don't worry about your "funk". You said it yourself that when one of you is struggling, another one picks up the slack. You'll get through it. You didnt get to where you are by giving up. We have faith in you and your abilities and the one thing you can count on is that your fans will always support you regardless. You probably have the biggest fan base and each and every one of us loves you.

Keep up the good work and kick some Philly butt! I want to see another ring, but hey, no pressure:)You guys want it, now go get it. As far as I am concerned, the championship is yours for the taking! Win one for the teacher!

Much love,

Karen

*****are you dating anyone?*****

*****come out to las vegas!*****

*****i'll take you out to some dance clubs*****

*****there is great dining, tons of site seeing, me, lots of sunshine!!*****

*****is this corny?*****

Wow. With the number of love notes and autograph requests in your comments, I hope there are still real fans like me who are reading your blog. Congrats on the contract to you and Jose. Here's to many more years of great Mets baseball! I also think it's fantastic how you can go so long without a home run and STILL be batting over .300. Keep it up!

Hey DWright,
Whats Up Man! I think you guys could go all the way. I've been a Met fan my whole life. I just want to say congratulations on your contract and good luck to you and all the Mets, and that we get Pedro and Cliff and everybody else back!

Good Luck!

Gino

P.S. Hit one out tonight man. We need you.

David,
you're amazing! your defense has been outstanding lately!!! what am i talking about, it always is!! haha and your offense is always super!!! i can tell you've been tired lately but no worries everyone does at some point. and you've been worked all season! you deserve a break! but you'll get wright back in the game! haha! I LO♥E YOU!

YOUR B~I~G~G~E~S~T *F*A*N*

Melanie♥

p.s. good luck against st louis!

you hot. <3333333

your hot <3333

Don't be so hard on yourself. My dad was a 1966 All-Star Catcher for the Cotuit Kettleers and went 0-for-5. He's in the Cooperstown Hall of Fame where we lived for a year in 1987. He was also a Rock Hill Indian in 1967.He told me it was difficult.He's still my hero and the stories he tells me good or bad is what makes me his biggest fan...You'll get out of your slump soon. You are an excellent ball player and so are the rest of the team. I don't leave when you or reyes get up to the plate...seems like something special will happen every time. Best of luck in the playoffs! I'll be rooting for you guys. Let's Go Mets! --Joy

Hey david,
I just wanted to say that I think your an amazing player and I love watching you. I read your blog whenever I get the chance and your really hottt! <3

Just in case you don't know who I am, I am the one with both wright and reyes and both 5 and 7 on my back. I couldn't just choose one...you're both great MVP players. But now it seems I'm going to need to put the entire team on my back since you're all great in my book...Keep smiling and keep the faith!--Joy

I keep forgetting to put things down...sidetracked. I thought you'd like to know that my dad knew Thurman and Girardi which was pretty cool but it'd be an honor if he could meet Willie Randolf. His dream would be to catch the ceremonial first pitch in a big game. Any ideas on how he'd be able to do it? You probably couldn't answer these but it'd be nice if I knew what to do. I guess I'll call the office. A long shot but who knows...O.K. that's all/Play ball.-joy

What's it like to play in front of thousands of people?

What's it like to hit a home run, and have crowd goes nuts?

What's it liek being a pro baseball player??

...Stef

Dear David:
Last night, I was listening to the local sportsradio in Philadelphia, and I had to smile. The announcers thought that the Phillies could go to the World Series "because the Cardinals and the Mets are collapsing". I almost laughed out loud when one said that the "Mets' third baseman stopped hitting". David, they don't even know your name! I'd love to see the Phillies get in the playoffs, and you lead the charge to blow them away!

Seriously, it's good news with Tom Glavin, and I think Pedro will recover. Could you ask your fellow Virginian, John Maine, what's with the beard? I think he looks better without it! In any case, he looks like a good match for the rotation, even if we have trouble with Pedro or Tom (Glavin, not Seaver -- I wish!)

The tongue thing has become a running joke in my family, so it's neat to hear that it's the same way in the clubhouse. I have actually taken to calling you the lizard as of late. But, of course, I say that with love. Especially since you do seem to do some awesome stuff when you are "100% focused".
So, LoDuca may still call you "Visine", but I would consider the Lizard as an alternative.

David,

WHO ELSE BUT THE METS CAN PULL OFF A WIN WHEN WE'RE DOWN BY 6!!!!!!Excellent game!

I am extremely happy you signed that contarct. For weeks i was worried you were gonna get traded and i was left idol-less. so now you're here for a while i have nothing to worry about.

The tongue thing. I noticed that a few times but i didn't say anything about it. Now I have something esle to laugh at other than your "Funky Monkey" song and th dances Reyes does.

Keep up the Good Work, Visine

-Dan

David,

WHO ELSE BUT THE METS CAN PULL OFF A WIN WHEN WE'RE DOWN BY 6!!!!!!Excellent game!

I am extremely happy you signed that contarct. For weeks i was worried you were gonna get traded and i was gonna be left idol-less. so now you're here for a while i have nothing to worry about.

The tongue thing. I noticed that a few times but i didn't say anything about it. Now I have something esle to laugh at other than your "Funky Monkey" song and the dances Reyes does.

Keep up the Good Work, Visine

-Dan

Hey David,

I managed to screw up my e-mail address in the last post. I must have been having a blonde day:)

I just watched tonight's game against St. Louis with my 5 year old niece. I'm telling you, games like that make me proud to be a Mets fan.I never count you out..NEVER!!! Tell the truth, was Beltran hitting with a graphite shaft or what? haha. I won't tell...whatever it takes to get the job done and you guys always find a way to do just that.

I am so sorry that tonight was not your night, but this too shall pass and you will be back to your old self at the plate. None of us think any less of you. I have to tell you though, I about jumped out of my seat at home during your first at-bat. I thought that was it..slump over:)

My niece was making fun of me because with each pitch I was saying things like "C'mon sweetie" She'd say "You said sweetie". But the funniest part was that she jumped around all night singing "Brass Monkey" and when they showed a closeup of you she said, "You're right Aunt Karen, he's cute" Now she's asking for me to take her to tomorrow night's game. How can I say no? She's such a little angel.

Anyway, I wish you continued success in the field and I will continue to think good thoughts when you are at the plate. We need you down the stretch and we all know you'll come through for us in a pinch:)Perseverance is key dahling!!! Oh, any chance you'll be making any personal appearances in Queens or on Long Island?

Playoffs here we come!!!

Karen

DAVID,

The All Star game was a great experience. Home Run derby runnerup and a home run in your first at bat.

Trying to avoid a post All Star slump has put you into one. Start pulling the ball!

Don't wait until October to demonstrate your power.

Pull the ball!

If you read these comments, David, I'm sure you must shake your head and laugh sometimes. We the fans, most of which have no idea what it's like to have a 95 mph fastball scream by us, love you so much that we even go so far as to give you batting tips when you're struggling. In the world I live in, David Wright knows how to hit. There, I said it. It looks like you've just lost faith in yourself. Earlier in the year, you'd take those pitches just off the plate with such ease that it amazed me. Now you're swinging at them. Have faith in yourself, David. Your fans do, your teammates do, and your manager does. It's just a matter of time before you get back in your groove and start trusting yourself again. Until then, give yourself a break, relax, and, most importantly, have fun. GO METS!!!

Hey David,
I am gonna be at the baseball game Sunday, mainly b/c my grandfather is throwing out the first pitch! It's gonna be awesome! Yay!!

My sister and I also came up with a "backup" plan if we catch what my other sister has (she is sick), just so we could be at the game...it's great stuff. I'm not gonna tell you our plan just in case you tell my mommy.

Great game last night against the Cards! That was entertaining! I hope the game I go to Sunday will be that entertaining! Sorry if I am going on and on b/c I am in a hyper type of mood and I just can't shut up to anyone I talk to or text or watever today...Well, good luck tonight! :D

~R.L.H~

David,

Congrats once again on your long term contract. I completely agree with you about the wear and tear of the business side of baseball, and just having read Moneyball (which is great, you should pick it up if you have time and have not already read it), I have a new appreciation for the front office aspect of the game. Regardless, I'm stoked that you and Jose Reyes, my two favorite players, will be with the Mets for years to come.

I hope that you continue to have a great season. You are a fantastic player, and I think that fans appreciate your down to earth attitude and the hardworking approach you bring to refining your game. Thanks for posting so often on your blog. I love that you allow us fans to have an insider look at the game, the team, and the way you look at them both. Keep it up!

With Love,

Ashley

David-
I'm not a mets fan, but I try to watch as many games as I can, because you make it so interesting! Right now my team is in a massive losing streak! :(

Anyways, I just thought i would congratulate you on your contract, though I really think you should play for the Cleveland Indians so I could watch you play more often!

I know I know, who would want to play for the indians right now, but oh well!:D

Good luck in tonights game!

♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

Heyy Davey,
So 1st off I have to say congrats on your new contract & good luck on your future with the Mets. You're the 1st player I can say that I've been with since the beginning & have seen his carrer take off.

2nd I have to say WHAT A GAME LAST NIGHT!!!! Okay I was there & that was my 1st MLB game ever (I've been to minor league games) & that game blew my mind. At 1st I thought you guys might lose considering it was 7-1, but since it was only the 5th inning I knew there was plenty of time for you guys to make a comeback. And of course you guys did not let me down. Beltran continues to amaze me. & i