The Record has a nice article about Wright’s leadership, and how he’s in effect The Captain
Colactus says:
The label of captain, I don’t think it’s necessary,” Collins said. “I think he can still do that without the label. I rely on these veteran guys, but I just don’t want them to think that there’s a distraction to get them away from what they need to do to prepare themselves to play.”
I kinda like Captains. The C looks terrible on a Mets jersey (especially if the back says Franco), but I like having a guy. I like clutch hitting more.
Wait a second. Shannon aren’t you still captain from last year?
“I like clutch hitting more.”
Classic.