31
2009
Carlos Beltran Getting Close To A Return
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Despite some earlier rumors that suggested Carlos Beltran’s season may be over, he continues to work toward a September return. I don’t know exactly what purpose his return will serve at this point in time, but it would be nice to see him playing centerfield and providing some additional pop to our anemic lineup.
Beltran took another step in his recovery from a right knee injury when he ran the bases this weekend in Port St. Lucie. He is expected to get another MRI this week to see if the bone bruise has shrunk in size. Beltran has already stated that he is pain-free, and his goal is to be back to play the last 2-3 weeks of the regular season.
“I want to get back,” Beltran said. “It’s no fun just sitting down and not being able to do anything. This is what I love to do, and that’s why I’m rehabbing the way I’m doing. I want to be back. It’s something personal.”
Before he was sidelined with the bone bruise, Beltran was batting .336 with eight homers and 40 RBI and was the team’s MVP. Despite the earlier losses of Jose Reyes, Carlos Delgado and John Maine, the Mets were still in the thick of it and hanging tough with the Phillies. But the Mets went into an immediate tailspin once Beltran went down.
Coupled with the imminent return of David Wright, who is expected back on Tuesday, the Mets should take on a much more familiar look as the season winds down. If nothing else, we’ll at least get a glimpse of what could be in 2010 as Angel Pagan slides over to left field and Fernando Tatis splits time with Dan Murphy at first base. It will be interesting to see how he fits in with newcomer Jeff Francoeur, and how Jerry Manuel will fill out his lineup card.
About the Author: Joe DeCaro
Went to my first Mets game, a Mayors Trophy game at Shea, in '73. We beat the Yankees 8-4 and I was hooked. I marched in two Banner Day parades, and before the Grand Slam single, there was the "Hendu Can Do" grand slam - I was there. I've collected Mets memorabilia all my life and started Mets Merized Online to feed my addiction.
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Yeay for Beltran!
I’ll be glad to see Beltran and Wright back. As long as they are healthy and willing to play, let them.
1. Angel Pagan LF
2. Luis Castillo 2B
3. Carlos Beltran CF
4. David Wright 3B
5. Jeff Francoeur RF
6. Dan Murphy 1B (he sucks!)
7. Omir Santos/Josh Thole C
8. Who cares SS
I’d also like to see Beltran back before the season ends even though we’re not competetive. I think if these players are healthy let them comeback and play.
This is great news, if it works out. However, I think if the MRI shows the bone bruise is not completely healed, he should continue to sit. Even if he is feeling fine, he should continue to sit if the MRI is less than perfect. The Mets have had too many setbacks and we certainly should avoid any possibility of one with Carlos.
JoeD, Thank you for this very important update.
Beltran’s injury was the instant I gave up on the season.
Beltran’s return could be in 7-10 days.