“He’s become a student of hitting...he really pays attention to how guys are pitching him throughout a game.”
—Teammate Shawn Green

“He’s incredible. Just incredible. The crazy thing is, he’s gong to get so much better.”
—Veteran Pitcher Jose Lima

“He’s a better hitter—more patient, more disciplined.”
—Dodger Coach Manny Mota

“He was taking ground balls in the infield with a colostomy bag, and people were questioning his desire and motivation.”
—Agent Scott Boras

“When there’s a situation that calls for a groundball to score a run—or a fly ball—he’s doing that. He’s not looking for the home run.”
—Former Teammate Dave Roberts

“Adrian loves to play. He has fun playing. He’s always up.”
—Minor League Manager Ron Roenicke

“He’s got the potential to hit 40 home runs and steal 30 bases.”
—Former Teammate Paul LoDuca

“He’s the first player with that many tools that I’ve seen in a long time.”
—Minor League Manager Del Crandall

“He has the best infield arm I’ve ever seen.”
—Former Dodger Manager Glen Hoffman

““There’s no reason he shouldn’t win a Gold Glove here in the very near future.”
—Dodger Manager Jim Tracy

“Adrian Beltre is something to behold.”
—Former Teammate Bobby Bonilla

“Defensively, he’s as athletic as any third baseman in the league. Offensively, he has the ability to be the best in the league at his position, without a doubt.”
—Former Teammate Eric Karros

“He’s got all the tools. He does it all, a five-tool guy.”
—Former Teammate Mark Grudzielanek

“He’s aggressive offensively and defensively. He’s not afraid to get in front of the ball. You can see in his eyes that he’s very confident.”
—Former Big Leaguer Gary Allenson

“He’s one of the best talents at third there is.”
—Former Teammate Dave Hansen

"He wants to contribute so bad. He's a free agent. He's in a new place. In the back of your mind, it's there. He wants to be successful."
—Veteran coach and manager Don Baylor