Mets to Retire Carlos Beltran's No. 15 Jersey, Induct Him into Team Hall of Fame

Beltran will become the ninth player in franchise history to have his number retired.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:38pm

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The New York Mets announced they will retire Carlos Beltran's No. 15 jersey and induct him into the team's Hall of Fame before their home game against the Philadelphia Phillies on September 19. Beltran, who was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame earlier this year, will become the ninth player in Mets franchise history to have his number retired.

Why it matters

Beltran is considered one of the greatest offensive players in Mets history, combining power, speed, and elite defense during his seven seasons with the team from 2005 to 2011. The retirement of his number and induction into the team's Hall of Fame are the highest honors the organization can bestow, recognizing Beltran's significant contributions and legacy with the franchise.

The details

Beltran will join Tom Seaver (41), Mike Piazza (31), Jerry Koosman (36), Keith Hernandez (17), Willie Mays (24), Dwight Gooden (16), Darryl Strawberry (18), and David Wright (5) as Mets players who have had their numbers retired. The team has also retired the numbers of former managers Gil Hodges (14) and Casey Stengel (37), as well as the league-wide retirement of Jackie Robinson's No. 42. Mets outfielder Tyrone Taylor, who currently wears No. 15, will change his number to 28.

  • Beltran will have his number retired and be inducted into the Mets Hall of Fame on September 19, 2026, before a home game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
  • Beltran was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame earlier this year, and his induction ceremony will be on July 26, 2026.

The players

Carlos Beltran

A nine-time MLB All-Star and two-time Gold Glove Award winner, Beltran played for the Mets from 2005 to 2011 and is considered one of the greatest offensive players in franchise history.

Tyrone Taylor

The current Mets outfielder who wears No. 15, which will be retired in honor of Beltran.

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What they’re saying

“The Mets hold a special place in my heart. This summer will be incredibly meaningful, from my induction into the baseball Hall of Fame to this Mets hall of fame honor, with the cherry on top being my number retirement. I'm deeply grateful.”

— Carlos Beltran

“Carlos Beltran was one of the greatest offensive players in team history, combining power and speed with elite defense.”

— Steve and Alex Cohen, Mets owners

What’s next

Beltran will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on July 26, 2026, and his No. 15 jersey will be retired by the Mets on September 19, 2026, before a home game against the Philadelphia Phillies.

The takeaway

The retirement of Carlos Beltran's number and his induction into the Mets Hall of Fame are a fitting tribute to one of the franchise's all-time great players, recognizing his significant contributions and legacy with the team during his seven seasons in New York.