Adrian Beltre hit for the cycle Monday, which unleashed yet another round of conversations about his Hall-of-Fame candidacy.
So I set about researching his case again and came away believing what I have for a few years – that despite hurting his overall numbers by playing home games during prime seasons (ages 26-30) in the offensively depressive Safeco Field, the combination of Beltre’s overall numbers (he has a good chance at 3,000 hits and 450 homers), superb defense and longevity make him Cooperstown worthy.
But I also noticed just how under-represented third base is in the Hall, especially via the writer’s vote.