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Delgado having positive effect on Beltran, Mets

By Enrique Rojas
ESPNdeportes.com

Monday, May 29, 2006

MIAMI -- Carlos Beltran has recaptured his form at the plate, having a solid season with the Mets. But he acknowledges that the arrival of Carlos Delgado has helped his personal recovery and the team's success. "Having Delgado in the lineup takes a lot of pressure off me," Beltran told ESPNdeportes.com. "Now I feel protected and I can take first base without having to hit every time." In 2005, Beltran batted .266 with 16 home runs, 78 RBI and 17 stolen bases in the first of his $119 million, ...

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