David Wright’s Jersey Retirement Ceremony
Captain America has finally received his much-anticipated honor.
On July 19th, the New York Mets celebrated the retirement of David Wright’s jersey before a game against the Cincinnati Reds at Citifield.
Along with the jersey retirement, the seven-time All-Star will also be inducted into the team’s Hall of Fame, making him one of only two players—alongside Tom Seaver—to achieve both distinctions on the same day.
The heartfelt ceremony looked back on Wright’s impressive career, during which he hit 242 home runs, drove in 970 runs, and helped lead the team to the 2015 World Series. He earned both Gold Glove and Silver Slugger awards.
“Words can’t express how grateful I am to the city and Mets fans,” the now 42-year-old shared. “For 15 years, I felt like I had 40,000 friends and family in the crowd every night. It was a lifelong honor to be your captain. This recognition really belongs to all of you.”
It seems likely that his former teammate Jose Reyes and manager Terry Collins will be attending, although it’s not confirmed who else will join in the pre-game festivities.
If you’re interested in attending, last-minute tickets are still available.
As of now, the lowest ticket price is around $75, which includes fees for vibrant seating.
For those looking for more affordable options, 100-level seats start at $103.
If that’s a bit steep, consider attending a Sunday game when the Mets will be giving away David Wright bobbleheads. Tickets for that game start at just $17.
You can find all the details you need about the David Wright jersey retirement game below.
Ticket Prices for David Wright Number Retirement Game
Here’s a breakdown of the best ticket prices by section at Citifield for the July 19th game.
| Citi Field Section | Ticket Price |
|---|---|
| 500 level | $75 (including fees) |
| 400 level | $88 (including fees) |
| 300 level | $111 (including fees) |
| 100 level | $103 (including fees) |
Note: The prices are accurate at the time of publication and can fluctuate. Additional charges may apply at checkout.
Vivid Seats, the secondary market ticketing platform, may offer prices that vary based on demand. They guarantee secure transactions and ticket delivery before the event.
Mets 2025 Home Game Schedule
Aside from the retirement ceremony, there are plenty of games to catch in the coming months.
The Mets, with a record of 55-42 at the All-Star break, are currently competing closely with the Phillies in the NL East. Later on, key series against the Braves, Phillies, and Padres will be critical.
Additionally, there will be giveaways throughout the season, including replica jerseys and bobbleheads.
The Legacy of David Wright
In the week leading up to the ceremony, several stories were published about Wright’s time with the Mets. For example, on July 14th, one article took a deeper look at his iconic moments.
If you’re interested in learning more about Wright, check out all the featured stories.
Honoring the Retired Numbers
Wright’s number retirement makes him the tenth player, including Jackie Robinson, to have his number retired by the Mets. Here are the others:
Gil Hodges (No. 14, retired in 1973)
Dwight Gooden (No. 16, retired in 2024)
Keith Hernandez (No. 17, retired in 2022)
Daryl Strawberry (No. 18, retired in 2024)
Willie Mays (No. 24, retired in 2022)
Mike Piazza (No. 31, retired in 2016)
Jerry Koosman (No. 36, retired in 2021)
Casey Stengel (No. 37, retired in 1965)
Tom Seaver (No. 41, retired in 1988)
Jackie Robinson (No. 42, retired from MLB in 1997)
Upcoming Concerts
If you enjoy live music, there are plenty of concerts coming up in the city that you might want to catch.
- Chris Stapleton (July 25-26)
- Huron Lord (July 30)
- Billy Idol (August 20)
- WHO (August 30)
- Eric Clapton (September 19)
Add to that Adam Sandler performing at MSG on September 15th, and it looks like there will be plenty to enjoy.
