David Wright supports Francisco Lindor as the potential next captain of the New York Mets. He admires Lindor's dedication, noting that he played through a hand injury. Lindor has emerged as the leader of the Mets, praised for his charisma and ability to support teammates, regardless of his performance. Wright, a former captain himself, believes Lindor would be a fitting successor, especially during the ceremony where Wright's jersey number was retired at Citi Field. The team has not had a captain since Wright's tenure concluded in 2018.
I love Francisco Lindor, Wright said before his jersey number retirement ceremony on Saturday. I've gotten to know him over the last couple of years.
Wright carried the mantle of the Mets' captaincy from 2013 to 2018... They have not had a captain since.
Lindor has been the logical choice to be No. 5 on that exclusive list, which would have been a fitting honor to accept when Wright's No. 5 was officially raised.
I love his charisma, his smile, Wright said. Little things I pick up on, Francisco is the first one to congratulate his teammate after a great play.
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