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Found October 01, 2012 on Mets Chronicle: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Chipper Jones,  David Wright,  Jeff Wilpon,  Josh Thole,  Sandy Alderson,  Terry Collins,  Jenrry Mejia,  David Ross,  Elvin Ramirez,  Daniel Murphy,  Gregg Jefferies,  Edgardo Alfonzo,  Justin Hampson
TEAMS: Atlanta Braves,  New York Mets
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Mets News and Notes: In an exclusive interview with ESPNNewYork.com, David Wright expressed uncertainty about his future with the ballclub. He indicated he wants his next contract to take him to retirement. He also noted he would not be inclined to discuss an extension during next season -- so it's an agreement this offseason or he's headed to free agency. “The optimism is I’m hopeful,” he said. “It’s well-documented: I’ve really enjoyed my time here. We’ve obviously gone through some tough seasons. I’m not lying. I’ve really enjoyed it. I have a lot of really close friends -- not just players or coaches or anything. Front office. Ownership. Stadium security. Clubhouse attendants. I have really a lot, a lot of close friends that I made in this organization. I enjoy it here. I enjoy New York. I feel like the fans and followers of the team really welcomed me with open arms. They’ve seen the ups and downs, obviously. And they’ve stuck right by me. And I’m appr
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