Adrian Beltre is leaving open the possibility of retiring at the end of the season.
Beltre told reporters on Monday that he will wait until after the season to make a decision on his playing future. According to MLB.com’s TR Sullivan, Beltre said that retirement could be an option.
Beltre on his future: "If I feel like I can’t hit anymore which sometimes this year I’ve felt that I can’t hit anymore, if I can’t compete with the young guys, yes, I’ll pack up my bags and go home. Right now, I’m not at that stage yet. I might be there at the end of the year."
— TR Sullivan (@Sullivan_Ranger) August 20, 2018
Beltre, 39, came out hot to start the season, but he’s dealt with a hamstring injury that has affected his play. He’s batting .278 with a .726 OPS this year in 87 games. His injury issues have forced him to DH more frequently this season.
Beltre will be a free agent after the season. He has said that he will finish his career with the Rangers either way.
