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Source: Fox News
Summary
The New York Mets are retiring Carlos Beltran’s number 15 jersey on September 19, despite him never managing a game for the team. Beltran was hired as the team’s manager in 2020, but was let go after the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal was revealed. He is a Hall of Fame inductee and one of the greatest players in Mets history.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Beltran’s last game with the Mets was in 2011, but his number 15 has been worn by 12 other players since then.
He’s a Hall of Famer, but also a part of a controversy that overshadowed his career.
Despite the controversy, Beltran’s on-field achievements are undeniable.
This one felt recognizable early, with Beltran’s number 15 being retired a decade after his last game with the team.
Original observation: The Mets’ decision to retire Beltran’s number feels like an attempt to rewrite his legacy.
Author: Evan Null
