David Wright hosted the Battle of the Badges baseball game for the third consecutive year at Citi Field, benefiting charities selected by the NYPD and FDNY. Wright emphasized his deep appreciation for first responders, influenced by his upbringing in a first responder household. Each year around the anniversary of September 11, he visits local firehouses and precincts to express gratitude to first responders. During the game, the FDNY won 3-1 in a competitive yet friendly rivalry, further highlighting Wright's commitment to supporting community heroes.
Wright mentioned, 'The biggest compliment, honor that I can receive is when the true heroes of the community come up to me and want to shake my hand.'
Wright stated, 'The fact that I grew up in a first responder household, my father was a police officer, I learned at a very young age that these are the real heroes in the community.'
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