In an interview with @ChelseaSherrod, Mets legend Carlos Beltrán opened up about his upcoming induction into the Mets Hall of Fame, set for next year. The former All-Star center fielder, who spent seven seasons in Queens, spoke candidly about his journey — one filled with massive highs, difficult lows, and the lasting pride he carries from his Mets career.

“The 7 years that I was here, there’s no doubt that I went through ups and downs… but at the end of the day, when I look at the numbers, I feel proud,” Beltrán told Sherrod in a moment that resonated deeply with Mets fans.
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Beltrán’s Mets tenure was nothing short of elite. Despite the scrutiny that often followed him — from the expectations of his record-setting contract to the infamous Adam Wainwright curveball — his performance on the field remains undeniable. Beltrán ranks among the greatest position players in franchise history, posting:

.280/.369/.500 slash line with the Mets

149 home runs

559 RBI

Three Gold Gloves

Five All-Star selections as a Met

One of the best WAR totals in club history

His 2006 season remains one of the most dominant offensive seasons ever produced by a Mets player.

Now, nearly two decades after he first stepped onto the Citi Field grass, Beltrán is set to take his rightful place among the franchise’s immortals. His reflection on the “ups and downs” reveals a player who not only embraced the expectations of New York but ultimately rose to meet them.

The Mets will honor Beltrán next year as part of their 2026 Hall of Fame class — a long-awaited moment for a player whose legacy continues to grow with time.