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Source: David Wright, Mets agree to new 8-year deal

David Wright rounds the bases after hitting a

Photo credit: Getty Images | David Wright rounds the bases after hitting a home run during a game against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field. (Sept. 23, 2012)

David Wright, long the face of the Mets' franchise, has chosen to spend the rest of his playing career in that symbolic role. The star third baseman has agreed to terms on an eight-year, $138-million contract pending the completion of a physical, a source confirmed Friday.

The contract -- first reported by WFAN radio early Friday morning -- is the most lucrative in franchise history.

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