"The first thing he said is, 'I just want to help.' "And I said, 'Well, you're going to help tonight because you're going to hit third.' And what does he do? Hits a homer his first time up. And that personifies who he is.

From clutch home runs to improbable defense plays, Wright thrilled Mets fans for 14 seasons. These were the highest of the highs.

On Saturday, July 19, the New York Mets are retiring David Wright’s No. 5 jersey before their 4:10 game against the Cincinnati Reds at Citi Field. In addition to that honor, the seven-time All Star will also be inducted into the team’s Hall of Fame, joining Tom Seaver as the only players to receive both distinctions on the same day.