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News: Wright and Beltran win Gold Gloves

by Matthew Cerrone on November 5th, 2008 at 4:21 pm

According to the Associated Press, Mets OF Carlos Beltran and 3B David Wright have been awarded Gold Gloves in the National League by Rawlings.

The Award is the third overall for Beltran and the second for Wright.

Update6:00 pm

“I take a lot of pride in being a complete player,” Beltran said in a statement from the team.  “Even on the days when I don’t get a hit, I feel I can make a difference in the field.”

“Individual awards are nice,” added Wright, “but, for me, my entire focus is on the team and getting back to the playoffs.”