Todd Helton was arrested early Wednesday morning in a Denver suburb and charged with drunken driving and careless driving.

In a statement released by the Rockies, Helton said he's embarrassed and apologized to his family, the team and the community.

"Last evening I exercised poor judgment and was charged with drinking and driving after driving to a gas station near my house," Helton said in a statement released through the team. "I am very sorry and embarrassed by my actions. I hold myself to a high standard and take my responsibility as a public figure very seriously. My entire career I have worked to set a positive example for my family and in our community and I fell far short of this standard.

"I sincerely ask my family, the Colorado Rockies organization, Major League Baseball and the community to accept my apology. I make no excuses and accept full responsibility for my actions. I humbly ask your forgiveness."

He is entering his final season.