David Wright Inks Richest Deal In Mets History

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Wright, 30, is widely viewed as the face of the Mets' franchise and often has expressed a desire to spend his entire career with the organization. He grew up in Norfolk, Va., admiring Cal Ripken Jr. for his lifelong service to the Baltimore Orioles. Teammates R.A. Dickey and Jonathon Niese in recent days noted that Wright would like to be viewed similarly to how Chipper Jones is regarded by Atlanta Braves fans.

 

This season alone, Wright became the organization's all-time leader in hits, runs, walks and RBIs while being named to his sixth All-Star Game.

 

David Wright is the recipient of the largest contract in New York Mets history.

 

Wright had been under Mets control for next season at $16 million. The new deal should lock in Wright for seven additional years at approximately $122 million.

 

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http://espn.go.com/new-york/mlb/story/_/id/8693472/source-says-david-wright-agrees-largest-contract-new-york-mets-history

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per year he's only making 1.25 million more than Upton. lolbraves.

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I find it funny that a Phillies fan of all people is lol'ing at another team for a terrible contract. You guys have done it before and you're not out of the woods for going overboard for Bourn yet, either.