Luis Angel Montalvo highlighted the discipline, passion for work, and humility of Adrian Beltré, who was inducted into the Cooperstown Hall of Fame in a moving ceremony yesterday.
Montalvo reported that he and Pablo Peguero visited to observe Beltré and upon arriving at the Dodgers Academy in Las Palmas, he said: “This kid is very talented.
And he noted that Adrian showed having a powerful bat and great defensive skills.
History
Montalvo and Beltré created history together as mentor and apprentice. It is remembered that Luis Angel (Dodgers coach) was the one who offered the first training sessions along with Teodoro Martinez.
Montalvo’s induction into the Dominican Sports Hall of Fame will take place in November, but his selection was announced last Tuesday 17.
Five days later, Beltré, upon being inducted into the Cooperstown Hall of Fame, mentioned among his thanks to Luis Angel Montalvo, Teodoro Martinez, Eleodoro Arias, Rafael Avila, and Pablo Peguero, who led the Dodgers Academy.
Beltré considers that that team of executives, directors, and coaches were key to his career to reach the Cooperstown Hall of Fame.
Relationships
Montalvo shared that at the beginning of the voting and rumors about the future members of the Cooperstown Hall of Fame, he assured Beltré that he would be elected.
Humility
“That young man was very hardworking, disciplined, respectful, and took into account the advice of those who worked with the Dodgers at that time”, said Montalvo.
Emotion
He expressed himself as being emotional to see Beltré receive the plaque and ring, as well as listen to his speech upon being immortalized.
“Those are wonderful moments that fill me with pride to hear the athlete recognize the contributions made for him to shine in baseball.
Shared
When speaking with Montalvo through the cell phone, he was with his wife Gladys Burdierd de Montalvo.
Excellent leader
I remember the work of Montalvo, directing the national baseball team and several amateur teams.
He showed himself to be an exceptional manager. Highlighted for his ability, very respected and appreciated by the players.
Received numerous positive messages and comments on social media when his selection to be immortalized in the Dominican Sports Hall of Fame was revealed.
Until tomorrow, if God wills it, Dominicans.
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