Adrián Beltré, born on April 7, 1979, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, is a former professional baseball player known for his outstanding career in Major League Baseball (MLB). From a young age, Beltré exhibited a keen interest in baseball, participating in local leagues and honing his talent throughout his teenage years.
He attended high school in the Dominican Republic, where he joined the school’s baseball team and quickly gained attention for his skills on the field. His impressive performances led to further opportunities, although he did not play college baseball in the U.S., as he signed a professional contract before reaching college age.
Beltré began his professional baseball career when he signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1994 as an amateur free agent at the age of 15. He made his MLB debut with the Dodgers in June 1998. Over the span of six seasons with the team, he delivered several remarkable performances, culminating in an exceptional 2004 season during which he hit 48 home runs and finished second in National League MVP voting.
In 2005, Beltré joined the Seattle Mariners, where he played through the 2009 season. While his offensive production fluctuated, he remained a standout defensive player and earned widespread respect for his consistency and dedication. After a one-year stint with the Boston Red Sox in 2010, where he posted one of the best statistical seasons of his career, he signed with the Texas Rangers in 2011.
| Birth Date: | 7 Apr, 1979 |
| Age: | 41 yrs |
| Occupations: | Baseball player |
| Citizenship: | Dominican Republic |
| Birth Place: | Santo Domingo |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Major League baseball player |
| Net Worth 2021: | 95 million |
