David Wright
Born: 12/20/1982 in Norfolk, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-07-21 | Final Game: 2018-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: David Allen Wright
Biography
David Wright, born in 1982, was a prominent professional baseball player who played his entire Major League career with the New York Mets from 2004 to 2018. As a third baseman, Wright became known for his exceptional hitting ability and leadership on the field. Over the course of 1,585 games, he amassed 1,777 hits, 242 home runs, and 970 RBIs, finishing his career with a commendable batting average of .296. His speed on the bases was also notable, as he stole 196 bases, showcasing his all-around athleticism and versatility.
Wright's contributions to the Mets earned him recognition as one of the franchise's all-time greats. He was selected to the All-Star team seven times and received the This Year in Baseball Rookie of the Year award early in his career, signifying his immediate impact in the league. Throughout his tenure, he played during a competitive era of baseball, marked by a mix of power hitters and evolving strategies. Wright's combination of batting prowess, defensive skills, and dedication to the game left a lasting legacy, making him an enduring figure in Mets history and a beloved player among fans.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1585 | 5998 | 949 | 1777 | 390 | 26 | 242 | 970 | 196 | 762 | 1292 | 0.296 | 0.376 | 0.491 | 0.867 | 22522.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | NYN | NL | 69 | 263 | 41 | 77 | 17 | 1 | 14 | 40 | 6 | 14 | 40 | 0.293 | 515.5 |
| 2005 | NYN | NL | 160 | 575 | 99 | 176 | 42 | 1 | 27 | 102 | 17 | 72 | 113 | 0.306 | 2800.2 |
| 2006 | NYN | NL | 154 | 582 | 96 | 181 | 40 | 5 | 26 | 116 | 20 | 66 | 113 | 0.311 | 2343.9 |
| 2007 | NYN | NL | 160 | 604 | 113 | 196 | 42 | 1 | 30 | 107 | 34 | 94 | 115 | 0.325 | 3787.0 |
| 2008 | NYN | NL | 160 | 626 | 115 | 189 | 42 | 2 | 33 | 124 | 15 | 94 | 118 | 0.302 | 3221.8 |
| 2009 | NYN | NL | 144 | 535 | 88 | 164 | 39 | 3 | 10 | 72 | 27 | 74 | 140 | 0.307 | 1465.0 |
| 2010 | NYN | NL | 157 | 587 | 87 | 166 | 36 | 3 | 29 | 103 | 19 | 69 | 161 | 0.283 | 2027.9 |
| 2011 | NYN | NL | 102 | 389 | 60 | 99 | 23 | 1 | 14 | 61 | 13 | 52 | 97 | 0.254 | 607.9 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | 156 | 581 | 91 | 178 | 41 | 2 | 21 | 93 | 15 | 81 | 112 | 0.306 | 2844.9 |
| 2013 | NYN | NL | 112 | 430 | 63 | 132 | 23 | 6 | 18 | 58 | 17 | 55 | 79 | 0.307 | 2290.1 |
| 2014 | NYN | NL | 134 | 535 | 54 | 144 | 30 | 1 | 8 | 63 | 8 | 42 | 113 | 0.269 | -5.0 |
| 2015 | NYN | NL | 38 | 152 | 24 | 44 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 2 | 22 | 36 | 0.289 | 409.4 |
| 2016 | NYN | NL | 37 | 137 | 18 | 31 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 26 | 55 | 0.226 | 214.1 |
| 2018 | NYN | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 91 | 10 | 18 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 28 | 0.198 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | NLCS | NYN | 4 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0.286 |
| 2015 | NLDS2 | NYN | 5 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 0.062 |
| 2015 | WS | NYN | 5 | 24 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 0.208 |
| 2006 | NLDS1 | NYN | 3 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0.333 |
| 2006 | NLCS | NYN | 7 | 25 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0.160 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1572 | 1571 | 1087 | 2946 | 190 | 237 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | NYN | 3B | 69 | 68 | 39 | 140 | 11 | 10 |
| 2005 | NYN | 3B | 160 | 160 | 101 | 336 | 24 | 23 |
| 2006 | NYN | 3B | 153 | 153 | 107 | 288 | 19 | 31 |
| 2007 | NYN | 3B | 159 | 159 | 107 | 324 | 21 | 24 |
| 2008 | NYN | 3B | 159 | 159 | 114 | 286 | 16 | 21 |
| 2009 | NYN | 3B | 142 | 142 | 119 | 224 | 18 | 19 |
| 2010 | NYN | 3B | 155 | 155 | 110 | 321 | 20 | 34 |
| 2011 | NYN | 3B | 101 | 101 | 68 | 180 | 19 | 9 |
| 2011 | NYN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | NYN | 3B | 155 | 155 | 107 | 267 | 10 | 20 |
| 2012 | NYN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | NYN | 3B | 111 | 111 | 86 | 235 | 9 | 18 |
| 2014 | NYN | 3B | 133 | 133 | 83 | 231 | 15 | 21 |
| 2015 | NYN | 3B | 38 | 38 | 23 | 55 | 4 | 2 |
| 2016 | NYN | 3B | 36 | 36 | 23 | 58 | 4 | 5 |
| 2018 | NYN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 1572 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Player of the Week | Week of 2011-09-05 |
| 2010 | Player of the Month | June |
| 2008 | Gold Glove | 3B |
| 2008 | Silver Slugger | 3B |
| 2007 | Gold Glove | 3B |
| 2007 | Silver Slugger | 3B |
| 2007 | TSN All-Star | 3B |
| 2006 | Player of the Month | June |
| 2006 | Player of the Week | Week of 2006-06-17 |
| 2006 | TSN All-Star | 3B |
| 2005 | Player of the Week | Week of 2005-08-27 |
| 2005 | This Year in Baseball Play of the Year | MLB.com GIBBY |
| 2004 | This Year in Baseball Rookie of the Year | MLB.com GIBBY |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NYN | NL | $19,364,801 |
| 2015 | NYN | NL | $20,000,000 |
| 2014 | NYN | NL | $20,000,000 |
| 2013 | NYN | NL | $10,192,071 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | $15,250,000 |
| 2011 | NYN | NL | $14,250,000 |
| 2010 | NYN | NL | $10,250,000 |
| 2009 | NYN | NL | $7,750,000 |
| 2008 | NYN | NL | $5,250,000 |
| 2007 | NYN | NL | $1,250,000 |
| 2006 | NYN | NL | $374,000 |
| 2005 | NYN | NL | $322,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $124,253,372 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 6th | 86.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2010 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 24th | 3.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2008 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 7th | 115.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2007 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 4th | 182.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2006 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 9th | 70.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2005 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 19th | 18.0 | 448 | 0 |