Carlos Beltran: I'm On My Way

The good news on Beltran just keeps coming. Beltran started in CF for the St. Lucie Mets today and played seven innings in the field. He went 3-4 at the plate on the day, notching a double, two RBI, and a run scored. If Beltran keeps up this pace and of course barring setbacks, I think it's entirely possible you'll see Beltran back in time for the six games at home against the Reds and Braves starting July 5. I am not one of those people who believe we need to baby Beltran along. I think if Beltran plays 7-10 games in the minors, including four or five straight, you bring him back. He's been hitting a lot longer than he's been fielding and running. So if he can prove that he can field and run the bases in four or five straight without setbacks, there's no sense in wasting him in the minors.

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