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.

Because retiring a number has, over the years, become a more common event, it would be no surprise if the Mets had someone else join David Wright and Co. for that honor.

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.