1-0 lead. Ban or shoot the traitors, ban ban ban. That's how old Bregman will be at the end of 2024. Gurriel and Darvish stories on the same day is interesting. Yuli Gurriel was born on June 9, 1984, in Sancti Spiritus, as the son of Lourdes Gourriel and Olga Lidia Castillo Fernandez. There are a few remaining rebound targets available at the position in free agency. Yuli Gurriel 2022 batting splits statistics for Major League, Minor League, and postseason baseball HAVANA TIMES - Yulieski Gourriel (Yuli Gurriel in MLB) hoped to visit relatives in Cuba at the end of January after a five year absence from his home country. While he is up there in age, he should find himself a new contract before the beginning of the 2023 campaign. I agree to receive the "Fantasy Baseball Today Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. Check out a photo below. 61 in 2023. The video above is from a previous story. 106, pick No. The plan of the baseball star was to arrive in Varadero to spend a holiday with his relatives. With Harper injured until the all star break, he could be useful in the Phillies lineup and spell Hoskins at 1b from time to time. Why Hasnt the US Offered Nationality to Stateless Nicas? Chris Schommer Sat, Apr 16th That all changed when his sons Yulieski and Lourdes Jr. decided to defect from their Communist homeland in 2016. Other factors include his desire to start and expected HR output. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. With Abreu taking the lions share of time at first base and a corner outfield/designated hitter mix slated to feature productive hitters like Kyle Tucker, Yordan Alvarez and Michael Brantley, it would indeed be tough to bring Gurriel aboard as anything more than a bench bat. For those who don't know him, Yuli Gurriel is a 32-year-old Cuban infielder who plays first base for the Astros. Read how Yuli Gurriel Prohibited from Visiting His Relatives in Cuba, Dora Maria Tellez & Lesther Aleman Condemned in Ortegas Bogus Court, Havana Times 12th Photo Contest Announcement, Edu Lobo and Maria Bethania Song of the Day, Flags Without Borders, Holguin, Cuba Photo of the Day, Chile Offers Nationality to All Stateless Nicaraguans, The Future of Cuba: Some Possible Scenarios, The Heavy Backpack of Nicaraguan Migrants, Publisher: I turned around and said goodbye to Nicaragua, Havana Weather for February 23 to March 1, Flying Dollars in Cuba, an Insult to Dignity, Nicaraguas Opposition Needs to Form a United Front. 65 (third round, No. Chicago gave up its high first round pick, which was the No. Bregman went No. In 2015, this guy hit .495 with an Bondsian 1.400+ OPS and walked 41 times, while striking out just 4 times. But they both are washed and if the Mets want a decent 26th man they can trade for one easily. Although Gurriel and the Astros couldnt get it done in Game 1, there is still a lot more baseball to be played in the coming days. Astros need to sign him for a front office role (working with Latin American players). Its 100% from Havana. Yuli Gurriel made his debut in the Cuban National Series in 2001. Defending people you dont know making racist gestures, a life well lived. Then again Cruz got signed for 1 million and Yuli wants 3 million. Slimmed-down Yuli Gurriel focused on future with Astros. Hi Samuel I just ignore it because its going away; Astros threads are WAY more on-point than they used to be, because Astros are the most brilliant and accomplished team of the last 10 years, and are very close to vaulting over Frank Robinson Orioles & Big Red Machine in the GREAT franchise run rankings. The better news, he and his wife are expecting baby number three! Although Lianet keeps a low profile, she has been active in various philanthropic causes through the Astros. Perhaps his future lies in baseball development, where he can use his wealth of experience from both the MLB and the Cuban leagues to help the next generation. The pair have three sons -- Yeremy, Jayden and Harem. Bregman's wife Reagan is a regular guest on Channel 2's Houston Life show. April 3, 2018: Houston Astros placed 1B Yuli Gurriel on the 10-day disabled list. Its certainly possible that some spring injuries will open the door for a new opportunity once camps begin to get underway, however. I kind of feel bad for Yuli. 164, pick No. Bregman has a lot of intangibles in his favor. Getting back to if Machado is worth $350 million now without having to go through free agency, what might Bregman command on the open market if he stays healthy and productive through the 2024 season? Gurriel was said to be a target of the Marlins back in January, but he remains a free agent with spring training now fully underway. Expos: Forced Labor of Migrant Kids in US for Major Brands, Ortega Bans Stations of the Cross Parades in all Nicaragua, Ecuadorian Indigenous Leader Assassinated at His Home. MLBTR needs to have some programming done to catch the string of trash can references and blank them out. He and his brother Lourdes Jr. were playing in the Caribbean Series in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, in February 2016 when they defected in the middleof the night, according to MLB.com. Sure, Bregman is saying all the right things down in spring training. Gurriel is married to Lianet Barrera, a fellow Cuban defector who settled in the Miami area where they currently live . At last check in mid-February, the veteran . Has defensive versatility but more suited to 1B. 223 and pick No. Its nice to see it play out, Astros manager A.J. Yuli Gurriel LIVE Houston Life A warning and 2 advisories in effect for 7 regions in the area See the complete list LIVE YULI GURRIEL Astros into the new year: What's going on with the. Remember? Yuli Gurriel plays first base for the Houston Astros. The Texans have a surplus of draft capital. Are suggesting that we should junk the trash can references? No. A post shared by Yuli Gurriel 01 (@el_yuly10) on Oct 12, 2017 at 5:55pm PDT. We need a LF. I always had the hope to play in the United States. , Dana Brown on Yuli Gurriel: When you signed (Jose) Abreu its makes it tough to go out and get Gurriel because its more of a want as opposed to a need. Gurriel hasnt always had wild and crazy hair, but his look has become part of who he is and its a big reason that fans love him. Yuli just extended his deal with the Astros, which will pay him $6.5 million per year in 2021. Sign him for cheap. The moment happened in a flash, yet it will long live in infamy. Gurriel played one season in Japan for the Yokohama DeNA Baystars before returning to Cuba a year before his defection. The world was watching when Yuli Gurriel made a racially charged gesture during Friday's World Series game. In 2016, he played15 games in the minor leagues, for four different affiliates before signing with the Astros. Hes probably going to be shy around the media for a while, because hes been a country hero for a long time and he doesnt want to embarrass himself and make mistakes. Because first base has been Yuli's role over the past seven seasons, it remains to be seen who will assume the position as a starter next season. I dont understand any of it. Why not promote a minor league player for league minimum? I worry about them Yankees when I get there, Baker said before Houston beat the Mets 8-4 in a Grapefruit League game on Tuesday at Clover Park. 35, pick No. Game 2 of the World Series takes place on Wednesday night in Los Angeles. Early life Yuli Gurriel was born on 9th June 1984. Being outraged on behalf of otherstouch some grass. Gurriel took after his father, Lourdes Gurriel, and fell in love with baseball. Houston Astros activated 1B Yuli Gurriel from the 10-day disabled list. I think hed fit great with the Yankees if he can accept a bench role. He was linked to the sox too. In an interview with the New York Times, Gurriel talked about his decision, saying that he knew it was now or never.. Have you forgotten the juicer cheater Razor Ramon? He participated in the 2004 Olympics, and he represented Cuba in the three World Baseball Classic . Athletics Trivia: On what promotional game day did the Oakland As draw their highest attendance figure for the last two decades? With Abreu's acquisition, the slot at first base closed. The Twins have more of an opening at first base, where longtime prospect Alex Kirilloff is the favorite for at-bats right now. That is 7 RH bats and only two LH. Hailing from Cuba, Gurriel is a newcomer in every sense of the word. The Yankees played a split-squad game this week. Some of these guys are going to end up having to head to the minors or Asia, or theyre going to end up retired. Gurriel, Voit, Sanothe questionable 1b/DH market is glutted at this point. Gurriel stepped out of the batters box and removed his helmet, nodding in Darvishs direction in a seeming apology. The current Yankee third baseman is Josh Donaldson. May 12, 2017. Their offense was a wash last year, Rufs fielding was better by Statcasts measure, and their last good year was 2021, when Gurriels OPS and OPS+ were good but Rufs were better. The coaches love him. Hes a career .323/.378/.518 hitter in the minors and only just turned 25 this offseason, so Minnesota undoubtedly hopes he can be a big part of the outlook moving forward. Its so obvious it hurts. While Donaldson is still the starter, consider that a message delivered. Gurriel's brother, Lourdes, an infielder in the Toronto Blue Jays system, was playing in the Arizona Fall League when Yuli suddenly joined the ranks of America's Most Wanted. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. The cruel measure has divided many families. He has used a translator to speak to the media since making his move to the majors. If Machado got $350 million, what will Bregman be worth if the Astros allow him to hit the free agent market after the 2024 season? Their third and final collection is now LIVE! Free election now and you would see who are the traitors. Lots of tweaks to . He is typically an above average hitter with a little pop so that could be useful especially if he is better than Lowe with the glove. Mets need to cut Ruf and sign this dude. 111, which was a fourth round selection. 70. Gurriels teammate Jose Altuve even got in on the action. Everyone must obey even in exile otherwise La Junta will not let you in. He could spell Rizzo at 1B when a tough lefty is pitching or when Rizzo goes on the IL (which is usually a couple times per season). Rizzo will need time off throughout and hits the IL every year. It helps greatly to have Juan Soto in your corner. Is this a way to protect Brantley from further injury in left field? Just like doctors who work abroad on government contracts and decide to abandon the program or decide to stay when the contract is over, they automatically are banned from entering Cuba for at least eight years. Maybe he should just retire. Most likely lineup vs. lefties would be--DH Buxton, C Jeffers, 1B Miranda, 2B Polanco, 3B Farmer,SS Correa, LF Gallo, CF Taylor, RF Kepler. No need for him and his little racist antics. The Panthers have pick No. Yuli, now 37, became a star first baseman for the Houston Astros and Lourdes Jr., 28, is a key player, both as an outfielder and infielder, for the Toronto Blue Jays. Here is everything you need to know about him. The Astros should re-sign him. The former Astro slumped in his age 34 season, dropping to an 84 OPS+ after posting an impressive 131 mark in 2021. Just saying. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: mlb | pageType: stories | Unless a team is willing to trade their first round selection in 2024. Twins. Gurriel is the son of Cuban baseball star Lourdes Gurriel, who played for years in the domestic leagues in Cuba. Unfortunately for Gurriel, he was unable to start his MLB career until the age of 32 due to political circumstances outside of his control. Any path to playing time on the Astros roster would be as a right-handed bench bat. 14 SEATTLE - Yuli Gurriel's platoon splits are drastic opposite of how one would expect. The Athletics counted the 4 people in attendance. But I am not blind. 12 overall pick. We look at our immediate [concerns]. 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