Yasiel Puig hasn’t played a Major League Baseball game since the 2019 season, which he ended with the Guardians and Reds. Notably, Puig was also a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers, just like Julio Urías, who was recently ‘forgiven’ and allowed to return to the majors.
According to a message Puig posted in Spanish on his personal X account, he is asking MLB for a second chance, saying, “I hope that one day @mlb can open opportunities for me as they have for others who have been suspended,” referencing his suspension, which has been one of the harshest in recent years.
The Cuban player pointed out that, despite the criticism against him, he was never suspended for actions similar to those of other players off the field. “Many will say things about me that aren’t true, but I ask them to consider one thing: I was never suspended for reasons off the field,” he stated.
Finally, the former Dodgers, Reds, and Guardians player affirmed that he will never stop seeking justice for being denied the chance to return to the majors. “I ask for justice to be served someday. I will never give up.”
Did Julio Urías and Yasiel Puig Play Together on the Dodgers?
Yes, Urías and Puig played together during several seasons with the Dodgers. The Mexican pitcher joined the team in 2016, while the Cuban outfielder had been with the organization since 2013. It’s worth noting that Urías played a limited role during that time as he was just beginning his professional career.
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Why Has Yasiel Puig Not Returned to MLB?
Puig’s problems reportedly started as early as 2013, according to his personal Wikipedia page, but it wasn’t until 2021 that an ESPN investigation accused him of a significant assault. He eventually resolved the lawsuit out of court and expressed his desire to return to MLB in 2022. Additionally, that same year, Puig was accused of lying to federal officers in a separate case.
