The New York Mets retired the number 15 jersey of Puerto Rican player Carlos Beltrán in a ceremony at Citi Field. Beltrán, who played for the Mets from 2005 to 2011, was honored with a video introduction and a message from him was played on the field. His family, including his parents Wilfredo Beltrán and Carmen Valdés, his brothers, his wife Jessica, and his children, were in attendance.
The ceremony included interviews with figures from Beltrán's time with the Mets, such as manager Terry Collins and player José Reyes. Beltrán expressed his gratitude to the Mets for the honor and stated that he is proud to have represented the team. This recognition comes after Beltrán was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York on July 26.
The Mets' decision to retire Beltrán's number 15 jersey ensures that it will no longer be worn by any other player on the team.