Texas Rangers Mount Rushmore

Adrian Beltre (2011-present)

Very quietly, Adrian Beltre has put together a Hall of Fame career. The Texas Rangers third baseman is finally getting recognized for his accomplishments.

After seemingly being on the downside of his career, Beltre returned to form on a one year, make good contract with the Red Sox. The Rangers signed him as a free agent that offseason, hoping that his resurrection in Boston was not a fluke. That investment has turned out to be a brilliant move, as he has become one of the better players in franchise history.

During his seven seasons in Arlington, Beltre has been a three time All Star, and a three time Silver Slugger. He has furthered his reputation as one of the best fielding third basemen in the game, winning three Gold Glove awards. His value to the Rangers, and his place amongst the best in the game, has started to be recognized, as he has finished in the top ten four times in the AL MVP vote.

Overall, Beltre has produced a .308/.360/.517 batting line in Arlington, with 216 doubles and 184 homers. He has continued to climb his way up the all time batting charts, notching his 3000th career hit in 2017. If he can stay healthy, and keep producing for another couple of years, he may well reach the 500 homer plateau as well.

Adrian Beltre just keeps on going for the Texas Rangers. Just don’t touch his head when going to celebrate.