Bernie Williams reflects on impact of decision not to sign Carlos Beltran

In a recent documentary clip, Bernie Williams discussed how he may have impacted Carlos Beltran's decision to join the New York Mets instead of the Yankees in 2004. Beltran reportedly called Williams to ask if he would remain the Yankees' center fielder, to which Williams affirmed his intention. This conversation led Beltran to explore other opportunities, ultimately signing with the Mets where he excelled. The documentary sheds light on Beltran's respect for Williams, complicating the narrative of why he chose the Mets during a competitive free agency period. If Beltran had joined the Yankees, analysts speculate it could have changed the team's postseason outcomes in subsequent years.

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