Adrián Beltré’s Hall of Fame Induction Celebrated by Former Teammates

Last week, a group of Texas Rangers teammates gathered at Globe Life Field to celebrate the induction of Adrián Beltré into the Baseball Hall of Fame. More than a dozen players posed for a photo in the clubhouse, showing their support for their former teammate. However, it wasn’t just Beltré’s Rangers teammates who were thrilled about his achievement. One of his former Boston Red Sox teammates, Jon Lester, also expressed his gratitude for Beltré’s election.

Jon Lester, who played with Beltré in Boston in 2010, spoke highly of him during an interview at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions golf tournament. Lester praised Beltré’s character, describing him as an incredible human being and teammate. He also acknowledged Beltré’s dedication to the game, highlighting how he played through injuries and always gave his best on the field. Lester specifically mentioned Beltré’s persistence in playing despite having hamstring problems during their time together in Boston.

During their stint with the Red Sox, both Lester and Beltré had impressive seasons. Lester finished the 2010 season with a 19-9 record and a 3.25 ERA, placing second in the American League Cy Young voting. Beltré, on the other hand, had a remarkable year at the plate, batting.321 with 28 home runs, 102 RBI, and a league-leading 49 doubles. They were both named All-Stars that year, with Beltré also winning a Silver Slugger award and finishing ninth in the AL Most Valuable Player voting.

Beltré’s election into the Baseball Hall of Fame was announced on Tuesday, solidifying his place among the greatest players in the history of the game. He will be officially inducted on July 21 in Cooperstown, New York, where he will join other baseball legends. His induction is a testament to his exceptional career, marked by his defensive prowess, offensive production, and tremendous love for the game.

As for Jon Lester, he recently concluded his 16-year career with an impressive record of 200 wins and 117 losses, accompanied by a 3.66 ERA. Throughout his career, he earned five All-Star selections and three World Series rings, with his final pitching appearances coming in 2021 for the Washington Nationals and St. Louis Cardinals. Lester’s contributions to the game, like Beltré’s, will be remembered and celebrated by baseball fans for years to come.