Hall of Famer Carlos Beltran: Not defined by Astros scandal
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Key Points:
- Carlos Beltrán, the only Astros player named in the 2017 sign-stealing scandal, acknowledged his role but emphasized it does not define him as a person or player.
- Beltrán was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2026 with 84.2% of the vote, surpassing the 75% threshold on his fourth ballot appearance.
- The nine-time All-Star and three-time Gold Glove winner finished a 20-year career with 435 home runs, 2,725 hits, and 312 stolen bases, joining an elite group of players with 400+ homers and 300+ steals.
- Beyond his playing career, Beltrán has contributed to baseball's growth in
