David Wright, baseball player, 242 home runs, 2004-2018

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 1572
Shortstop 2
Designated Hitter 3

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