Adrian Beltre most likely not be playing for his native Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic. At least not in the first round.
The Rangers third baseman has nursed a strained left calf since Valentine’s Day will have a second MRI and discuss the decision with training staff, a doctor and Rangers general manager Jon Daniels before deciding Friday.
The concern for Beltre, he said, was rushing into game action without proper preparation. Even if the calf feels fine, he doesn’t want to risk another injury or not be ready to play at his All-Star level.