I view this as just an incredible, organic relationship between me and my family, the city, the organization, the fan base," Wright said in a news conference before the ceremony.

The New York Mets honored one of the most beloved players in franchise history Saturday afternoon and officially retired longtime third baseman David Wright's No. 5 in a pregame ceremony at Citi Field.

David Wright finally got the recognition he earned over 14 seasons with the New York Mets. On Saturday, the team officially retired his No. 5 jersey and inducted him into the Mets Hall of Fame in a pregame ceremony at Citi Field.