Let the young players play and see what they can do. Longtime Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel remains one of the most recognizable names on the free-agent market, but its been a generally quiet offseason with regard to interest in the former batting champion and Gold Glove winner. Yuli Gurriel's MLB Career After the conclusion of the Caribbean Baseball Championship, which took place in February 2016 in the Dominican Republic, Gurriel was certified by the MLB to be a free player in the league. Has defensive versatility but more suited to 1B. I think he would be a good 1B/DH bat for Texas. Bregman is Jewish. Play Home; Football. The only other teams tied to Gurriel this offseason are the Twins and the incumbent Astros, with whom the Cuban infielder spent his first seven big league seasons. Its illegal for white people to return the gesture. Jan. 10, 2023 Updated: Jan. 10, 2023 11:09 a.m. Yuli Gurriel #10 of the Houston Astros catches a ball for the final out in the ninth inning during Game 4 of the 2022 World Series between the . He participated in the 2004 Olympics, and he represented Cuba in the three World Baseball Classic tournaments. May 12, 2017. Clear fits for Gurriel arent exactly plentiful at the moment, though there are some teams that could potentially work him into a part-time first base/DH role (e.g. "Yuli Gurriel's better hopes beyond the Marlins now might include Astros and Twins. Astros vs. Red Sox: Live stream, watch Game 1 online, TV channel 9:16 p. : Bregman with his second hit of the day to lead off the third. If Torkelson struggles in the Spring, Detroit might have a need. Our Miami Marlins livestreams will get you through the long winter with special guests and honest analysis of the team.Become a Twitter Subscriber: https://t. Astros a dont need him. Nina Altuve, Joses Wife: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know, Yuli Gurriel: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know, Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. Bregman went No. Share this article . Didnt really get a chance to see Hensleys versatility much last year considering he oftentimes was the DH. 2. Gurriel is one of the few potentially . Gurriel (knee) could still be an option for the Marlins if he's willing to accept a minor-league contract, according to Craig Mish and Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. But that small window was during the playoffs, I can already hear Cashman saying well Yuli isnt playing to the back of his baseball card. 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. Hes not the usual deadass baseball robot. While he is up there in age, he should find himself a new contract before the beginning of the 2023 campaign. Fugeddabbout it. He has his own line of condiments. Jan 24, 2023 at 12:01 pm ET 1 min read. Not uncommon in Cuba. The Astros announced the official re-signing of Michael Brantley this week, he'll be coming back to the team on a 1-year deal with a base salary of $12 million with incentives. Work ethic and even some of the off field troubles and lack of production are all barriers. Still, the 2022 season also represented the first time he failed to reach double-digit homers in a full season, and his on-base percentage wasfifth-lowest among 36 first basemen with 400+ plate appearances. Bregman has the edge in postseason statistics, a higher batting average and, of course, two World Series rings to Machado's zero. This will always be my favorite memory of Yuli Gurriels time with the Astros. The video above is from a previous story. Just saying. Gurriel (knee) is no longer a target for the Marlins in free agency, Craig Mish of the Miami Herald reports. Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports Let's get this out of the way at the top: every Astro fan loves Yuli Gurriel. Enjoy all sporting events for only $5.99 per month. When he struck out Carlos Correa to end the inning, Correa glared at Kelly, who glared back and made a pouty face toward Correa. Along those same lines, we talked a bit about Yuli Gurriel on our Twitch watch-along of last week's Mariners-Astros game. The Padres could do worse in adding a player like Yuli to their bench. Beloved as Bregman is in Houston, the Astros have said goodbye to popular players rather than offer long-term contracts. Jon Heyman of the New York Postwrote yesterday Gurriel had sought a guarantee in the $3MM range at one point this offseason. At his age, Yuli might have to settle for a DH only gig. While Gurriel was plagued, to an extent, by a .266 average on balls in play that falls well shy of his career .294 mark, some of that is attributable to a decline in the quality of his contact. With only three picks in the top 80 for 2023, there is not much of a market the Colts can create to shake things up if the Texans are fully committed to moving up one spot and offer the package the Bears did in 2017. Give Hensley a shot for less money. MLB cant police itself until things get out of hand and theres a sandal. I dont understand any of it. Houston Astros activated 1B Yuli Gurriel from the 10-day disabled list. In October 2017, former Houston Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel apologized for his ignorant gesture against San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish, which stemmed from his childhood. The only time he ever showed any pop whatsoever in his bat was when they were banging on trash cans. Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel went 2-for-4 with one double and scored one run Friday night in the Astros' 11-1 loss to the Mariners. Before he started playing for the major leagues, Gurriel was one of the biggest stars of 21st century international baseball, according to Sports Illustrated. 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. She and her husband reportedly made donations to the Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School in Houston to support pupils with new, cutting-edge educational supplies. April 9, 2022 by Rodolfo Scott. He pitched up and in to Yuli Gurriel. Machado was the third player taken in the 2010 draft. But I cant condemn his signing as coo coo while Gurriel sits and supposedly cant get the same offer. April 3, 2018: Houston Astros placed 1B Yuli Gurriel on the 10-day disabled list. @ Southern Lion I think it might be more madras out than plaid outor maybe even more tartan out? Hinch told the media on Wednesday. Rizzo will need time off throughout and hits the IL every year. But I told him around me he can certainly make as many mistakes as he wants,General Manager Jeff Luhnow told the New York Times. Just a reminder that Yuli Gurriel hit a go-ahead HR in the ALCS this year. He certainly had a down year, but he could bounce back and make some GM look incredibly smart for very little risk. HINT: you only have to give me the name of the promotional day? Otherwise hes going to have to sign somewhere like Oakland. He wont have to do that in Houston. This is Gurriels second season playing in the majors and it is the first time that he has played in the World Series. He is the pros pro, at bat, at 1st, in the clubhouse, and in the community. He also has two siblings Lourdes Gurriel Jr., and Yuniesky Gourriel as his family member. Give Hensley a shot for less money. Bregman's wife Reagan is a regular guest on Channel 2's Houston Life show. Is Yuli Gurriel coming back for an eighth season with the Houston Astros? On November 28, however, the Astros signed first baseman Jose Abreu from the Chicago White Sox. With Abreu's acquisition, the slot at first base closed. 38 and No. While we can only guess what baseball's economy will be like in 2024 heading into the 2025 season, what goes up doesn't always come down. The pair was declared eligible by the MLB, and Lourdes Jr. signed with the Toronto Blue Jays later that season. As a 38-year-old free agent, Gurriel will not be able to expect contracts as big as he was able to attract earlier in his career. Prior to the 2020 season, the Astros signed Gurriel to a one-year deal with a club option for 2022. Twenty years later, Yuli and Lourdes continue to embrace the privilege of building the family's baseball legacy. Former Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel is still on the free agent market and recently switched agents. If Brantley backs up Jose Abreu at 1st, does this mean Yuli is gone for good? Brantley spoke about it, saying he's ready to do what the team needs him to do. Heyman adds Houston manager Dusty Baker would like for Gurriel to return, though its not clear if theres a fit on the roster given the teams early-offseason pickup ofJos Abreu. In 2024, the Texans have two first round picks, a second, a third, two fourths, a fifth and two seventh round picks. Similar to the Colts, the Las Vegas Raiders only have three picks in the top 80 in 2023, which are picks No. Work harder. Yuli Gurriel is one of the most experienced first basemen in the league. If the embargo is wrong, how does Cuban government cruelty towards its own citizens make things better? He was raised by his parents Lourdes Gourriel and Olga Ledia Castillo Fernandez in Sancti Spritus, Cuba. There are a few remaining rebound targets available at the position in free agency. Crawl from one shell to another. Why not promote a minor league player for league minimum? Browns comments Thursday certainly dont sound as though theyre a portent for a reunion with Gurriel, however beloved he may be in the clubhouse and throughout the organization as a whole. Yet his intervening season was brilliant, as he posted a .319/.383/.462 mark in 143 games in 2021, securing an American League batting title. Although the decision wasnt easy for him, its something that he knew he had to do. The better news, he and his wife are expecting baby number three! The current Yankee third baseman is Josh Donaldson. They added Jose Abreu to play first base, replacing Yuli Gurriel and are coming off a 106-win regular season and a postseason capped by a World Series victory over the Phillies. The coaches love him. 1-0 lead. I called you out on that but you turned into a hermit crab. Yuli Gurriel Positions: First Baseman and Third Baseman Bats: Right Throws: Right 6-0 , 215lb (183cm, 97kg) Born: June 9, 1984 (Age: 38-260d) in Sancti Spiritus, Cuba cu More bio, uniform, draft, salary info 2x World Series Gold Glove Batting Title 10 Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. So what could a package by the Texans look like if they opted to put together a similar offer? The cruel measure has divided many families. Lianet is a very private person and does not appear to be active on social media. The downturn at the plate wasnt merely a matter of poor fortune, either., The downturn at the plate wasnt merely a matter of poor fortune either.. Yuli Gurriel hit .299/.332/.486 with 18 home runs and 75 RBIs in 2017, his first full season in the MLB. Twins. Gurriel won a batting title as recently as 2021, when he hit .319/.383/.462, and he took home a Gold Glove at first base that season as well. Maybe he should just retire. Please login to leave a reply. SUMMARY 2022 Career WAR -0.3 13.4 AB 545 3046 H 132 as a Dodger fan, and as a man with an Asian wife and kids, I really cant stand this guy. Because the price of signing star third baseman Alex Bregman to a contract extension which the Astros have said is on their to-do list just went through the Minute Maid Park roof. 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. Free election now and you would see who are the traitors. Youll likely get the same production. It helps greatly to have Juan Soto in your corner. Jesus Aguilar has often been fun to watch at the ballpark since his personality just busts out. Mel Kiper Jr. released his latest mock draft on Tuesday, which included an interesting scenario about how the Houston Texans could trade up to have the No. Mets need to cut Ruf and sign this dude. 00 $30 delivery Mar 6 - 27 2019 was Yuli Gurriel's best offensive season to date, as he hit 31 home runs and 104 RBIs. 250-300 AB in a clubhouse crying out for a WS winner. Can the Astros afford to let Alex Bregman hit free agency.? 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. That is plaid out. The Panthers have pick No. Yuli Gurriel and his wife, Lianet, donated to Kids Meals and Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory of Houston on Friday. Praised dozens of times by Fidel Castro, the Communist Party media, and the islands leaders and fans, he became persona-non-grata one fine day in 2016. Why Hasnt the US Offered Nationality to Stateless Nicas? If they can censor that then they can take these trash can references down. Chris Schommer Sat, Apr 16th If you're real quiet, you can hear the echo of Yankees fans booing him last season when Donaldson hit a career low .222, He's also 37 years old. There are 1.6 million Jews in New York City. Is it obvious? Report from Spring Training has Michael Brantley fielding balls at 1st Base! The best insights from the ultimate insiders, 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, Yankees veteran always looking to help newbies even if they take his job, Yankees prospect missing chance to make his mark, Aaron Boone lobbied for Yankees to bring beloved pitcher, MLB teams play unneeded bottom of ninth without umps, Patrick Kane trade shows Rockstar Rangers are going for it, Major AEW faction needs direction change and it may have already begun, The Marchand and Ourand Sports Media Podcast, The Show with Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman, Amazin' But True: A NY Mets Baseball Podcast, Gangs All Here: A NY Jets Football Podcast, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry have first night out since bombshell 'Spare' released, King Charles to evict Harry and Meghan from Frogmore Cottage and give to Andrew. Born on June 9, 1984, Gurriel's path to the majors was a little different than most. Gurriel, 37, picked up a mansion in South Florida in 2017 for $1.85 million. Gurriel made the decision to leave his family in Cuba and come to America to play ball. The Astros should re-sign him. Bregman, to his credit, isn't shy about saying he's open to suggestions of what might be available to him. right-handed first baseman from Sancti Spiritis, Cuba. On-base percentage: Machado (.341), Bregman (.375). Defending people you dont know making racist gestures, a life well lived. I have to think if he wanted to play in minnesota, the deal would already be done. A blend of modern architecture and Old World elegance, the. And they would still be but a player turned the Astros into The Athletic. Gurriel still has excellent bat-to-ball skills. Yulieski Gourriel Castillo (born June 9, 1984), commonly known as Yuli Gurriel and nicknamed "La Pia", is a Cuban professional baseball first baseman who is a free agent. Its nice to see it play out, Astros manager A.J. Garver, Mathias, Lowe we have plenty of options for DH. He was batting champ two years ago. Gurriel and Darvish stories on the same day is interesting. Rangers, Reds, to name a couple). I kind of feel bad for Yuli. Then again Cruz got signed for 1 million and Yuli wants 3 million. 223 and pick No. You acted like you had a direct link to the FO. "someone sign yuli gurriel before i cry and jump off a bridge" - @jjkgunshot. Be the first one to comment on this story. ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. Although Lianet keeps a low profile, she has been active in various philanthropic causes through the Astros. He's a strong source of batting average help as he's a career .293 hitter and he hit .319 last season. They also have three guaranteed picks in the top 64 for 2024. I guess it depends on how they plan on deploying DJL as DJ can play 1B as well. With that much artillery, the only question the Texans need to answer is if any quarterback in this years draft is worth it. Hes been the central sports figure of a country where baseball is beloved, so I think his personality that has come out this year, his exuberance (and) his overall consistent play has been something weve expected. And the outcome of the 2017 World Series could be determined by the impact of two of Cuba's finest Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Yasiel Puig, 26, and Houston Astros first baseman Yuli . Let's compare and contrast. Unlike the Astros, the Yankees aren't averse to offering long-term contracts, which Bregman surely could command in free agency. But no need to sign any mediocre players. Kiper tossed out the idea that Houston could put together a package similar to one used by the Chicago Bears in 2017 to take Mitchell Trubisky. More versatile, less expensive and should produce similar (if not better) numbers. 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