David Wright exemplified leadership and resilience after the Mets lost the World Series. Despite the emotional toll of the defeat, he thanked his teammates and encouraged them to acknowledge the fans who stayed. Recognizing the significance of the moment, he led his team outside to salute the loyal supporters, understanding the blue-collar ethos of the fan base. Even in disappointment, the crowd reciprocated, chanting their thanks. Wright's actions highlighted the importance of unity and gratitude in the face of adversity.
Wright stuffed down whatever inner turmoil he might've felt, went around the clubhouse and thanked his teammates - so many of them slumped in their chairs, still in uniform.
When he spoke, people did follow. It was nearly 1 a.m. by then, but it turned out the stands weren't empty, and Wright, who understood the heartbeat of this fan base in a way that few other players did, knew they wouldn't be.
To him, this 'is a blue-collar, bring-your-lunch-pail-to-work-type fan base,' he said Saturday. And that means that sure, you show up when things are going well, but what really matters is that you stay, even when all is lost.
The modest crowd gave as good as they got, chanting 'Thank you, Mets!' despite feeling no shortage of disappointment of their own.
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