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David Wright
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Wright with the New York Mets in 2016
Third baseman
Born: (1982-12-20) December 20, 1982 (age 42)
Norfolk, Virginia, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
July 21, 2004, for the New York Mets
Last MLB appearance
September 29, 2018, for the New York Mets
Awards and achievements
Preceded by National League Player of the Month
June 2006
June 2010
Succeeded by