David Wright Has Unfortunate Reaction to Mets Managerial Rumors

The New York Mets have made a reputation of making a spectacle out of organizational moves, the latest instance being their managerial search. Names like Joe Girardi, Eduardo Perez, and Carlos Beltran have emerged as finalists to replace ex-skipper Mickey Callaway. Yet the cloud looming over the baseball world and the Mets fan base is the new and mysterious "bombshell" candidate.

One of the most linked names to the mystery role is former third baseman and team captain David Wright. While he'd be a popular choice of those who take the 7 Line to Citi Field, we're here to tell you to pump the brakes.

MLB insider Jon Heyman texted Wright about whether he's the "bombshell" candidate, and like Alex Rodriguez, Wright replied with "hahaha," before giving an emphatic negative.

David Wright also responded to whether he’s the bombshell Mets candidate: “Hahaha ... no.” Only 3 Ha’s to A-Rod’s 5. But the “no” settles it. #MysteryManager
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) October 23, 2019

So much for that idea.

Wright was the Mets' face of the franchise once Mike Piazza left Flushing. Nicknamed "Captain America" for his contributions to Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, Wright was a seven-time All-Star for the Mets, where he won two Gold Gloves and two Silver Slugger awards.

One person connected to team has said a “bombshell candidate” is in the mix if a clear favorite does not emerge from the current group. Have fun with that one. No way David Wright would ever do this so don’t go down that road btw
— Andy Martino (@martinonyc) October 22, 2019

After his career ended due to spinal stenosis in 2018, the team named him as a special adviser under team COO Jeff Wilpon and general manager Brodie Van Wagenen.

Despite the obvious link, New York Mets fans can officially cross David Wright off the managerial candidate list.