New York Mets third baseman David Wright sits in the...

New York Mets third baseman David Wright sits in the dugout during the game against the Yankees. (May 21, 2011) Credit: Christopher Pasatieri

David Wright did swing a bat in Port St. Lucie, but it happened in the hydrotherapy pool as part of his gradual return to baseball activities. Terry Collins said Wright could hit off a tee today, and if his recovery proceeds smoothly, may start playing rehab games in “seven to eight days.”

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