Check out a photo below. Yuli is a Cuban by nationality and belongs to the mixed ethnicity of African-American. But I think Gurriel probably wants a guarantee of playing time. por la oportunidad #houstonastros, A post shared by Yuli Gurriel 01 (@el_yuly10) on Aug 21, 2016 at 6:46am PDT. The coaches love him. 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. Gurriel Signed a 5-Year Deal with the Houston Astros in 2016. There should be a moratorium on trash can references. They also have three guaranteed picks in the top 64 for 2024. Donaldson was with the B-team. 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. However, a few minutes before boarding his plane the airlines told him the Cuban government forbid his entry to the island, reported 14ymedio. Your login session has expired. While the Astros have made clear they are moving on from fan-favorite Yuli Gurriel at the first base position after signing Jos. They are still traitors, even after five years. By the time he left the club, Gurriel had appeared at first base in more World Series games than any other player in the 2010s. The New York Yankees might be lurking for a third baseman. Gourriel was one of the top Cuban baseball players for over a decade. I wonder if baseball executives are superstitious enough to actually believe the odd year luck. If Brantley backs up Jose Abreu at 1st, does this mean Yuli is gone for good? Sticking to Kipers script, in which the package follows a similar structure to the Bears one in 2017, Houston can offer the second overall pick, the No. 6:39 pm ET. Work ethic and even some of the off field troubles and lack of production are all barriers. After the incident, Major League Baseball took action, suspending Gurriel for the first five games of the 2018 season. I think you have to stick with the needs before you jump into the wants, because if you get into the wants, now you have too much of a surplus in one area and it causes weaknesses in other areas. April 9, 2022 by Rodolfo Scott. As usually get a large crowd for Giants, Yankees, Dodgers, Cubs. A post shared by Yuli Gurriel 01 (@el_yuly10) on Oct 12, 2017 at 5:55pm PDT. Powered by. $3M is appropriate at this stage in his career but will be hard for Stros to give him playing time. Actually there isn't much to contrast. Hes old and only produced for a small window last year offensively.sounds like a yankee to me. He is involved with the city, offering his time to charities. October 28, 2017, 3:58 PM -- HOUSTON -- Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel will be suspended for five games -- but none during the World Series -- for racially insensitive behavior directed at Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yu Darvish, baseball commissioner Rob Manfred said Saturday. Beloved as Bregman is in Houston, the Astros have said goodbye to popular players rather than offer long-term contracts. 140, pick No. Lots of tweaks to . 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. 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. If the Yankees could somehow move Donaldson then Gurriel makes a lot of sense in NY on a one year deal. Bregman's wife Reagan is a regular guest on Channel 2's Houston Life show. NEW YORK (AP) The 30 remaining free agents: AMERICAN LEAGUE BALTIMORE (2) Robinson Chirinos, c; Rougned Odor, 2b. A year option for 2022 with a $8 million payout is also included in the pact. But we have to beat the Astros.. Report from Spring Training has Michael Brantley fielding balls at 1st Base! We love the player and would love to have him back, but we have to figure out if theres any room where he can get at-bats with Abreu here.. It also included its 2018 third rounder. Just saying. Yuli Gurriel is a Cuban professional baseball player who plays for the Houston Astros of MLB. Yuli Gurriel hit .299/.332/.486 with 18 home runs and 75 RBIs in 2017, his first full season in the MLB. Although the decision wasnt easy for him, its something that he knew he had to do. Unlike the Astros, the Yankees aren't averse to offering long-term contracts, which Bregman surely could command in free agency. Gurriel is married to Lianet Barrera, a fellow Cuban defector who settled in the Miami area where they currently live . Gurriel is the son of Cuban baseball legend Lourdes Gurriel. Gurriel garnered solid marks from public defensive metrics for his intermittent third base work between 2016-19 and was a Gold Glove winning first baseman as recently as 2021. HR Power output has dropped quite a bit but still is a doubles machine. In fact, being a white person and proud of who I am makes me a racist. Please login to leave a reply. Is Yuli looking for a bigger deal and that's why he switched agents, or is he looking to return to Houston and his former agent wasn't getting the job done? If the embargo is wrong, how does Cuban government cruelty towards its own citizens make things better? 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. He was batting champ two years ago. Yuli Gurriel | House Tour | Mansion en Miami Suscirbirse: http://youtube.com/c/topCuba lefate 34K views 1 year ago 5 Mansiones mas Caras de los Peloteros Cubanos Activos Top Cuba 296K views 1. In 2021, he led the MLB in batting average after registering a season average of .319. The Colts have the No. The Twins have more of an opening at first base, where longtime prospect Alex Kirilloff is the favorite for at-bats right now. His ability to handle the stress and anxiety that comes with the situations is not surprising. Has defensive versatility but more suited to 1B. If you enjoy the videos, be sure to subscribe on YouTube for our latest content! Jesus Aguilar has often been fun to watch at the ballpark since his personality just busts out. 12 pick, their second, their second third round pick, a fifth and the plethora of sixth round picks. Maybe he should just retire. Gurriel played one season in Japan for the Yokohama DeNA Baystars before returning to Cuba a year before his defection. There are a few remaining rebound targets available at the position in free agency. I dont understand any of it. A post shared by Yuli Gurriel 01 (@el_yuly10) on Dec 8, 2016 at 10:25am PST. No need for him and his little racist antics. Twins. Bregman's agent is Scott Boras, who isn't exactly known for playing footsie with team owners and offering hometown discounts. 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. Yuli Gurriel has a net worth of over $15 million as of 2022. he is a talented and well-known baseball player, makes a solid living from his professional baseball career. I think he would be a good 1B/DH bat for Texas. 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. Throughout the playoffs, Gurriel has put his spiky hair on display, wearing his wild locks loud and proud, and making people wonder just how he has achieved such a look. Gurriel didn't even get the advantage of playing his late 20s in the majors; Abreu was in his sixth season of MLB play at the same age Yuli debuted with the Astros. As of now, he isn't. ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. They both arent very good anymore. With that much artillery, the only question the Texans need to answer is if any quarterback in this years draft is worth it. 70. It helps greatly to have Juan Soto in your corner. His line-drive rate dipped to a career-low 18.5%, for instance, and Statcast measured his average exit velocity (88.2 mph), hard-hit rate (35.4%) and barrel rate (just 1.9%) at career-low levels. Whos at first in AZ? Machado and Bregman have put up remarkably comparable numbers during their careers. Troutahni, a lotta work to get to the punch line. I know El Duque said he truly did not know when his birthday was or how old he actually is. Due to the embargo, the elder Gurriel was never able to play baseball in North America. Maybe Cuba should let him in and then not let him out, make him take a raft back. Gurriel also spent two seasons playing in Japan with the . I could see plaid jerseys for a team out of Portland or something. Can the Astros afford to let Alex Bregman hit free agency.? Your boy Ra is still obsessing over me, maybe you can tell him that convo has been long over lmao, Twins are still the best fit but probably needs to come down from the $3 million asking price. Let's not minimize this, especially if he hits free agency and the Yankees are desperate for a third baseman. Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports Let's get this out of the way at the top: every Astro fan loves Yuli Gurriel. Miami may have been an exception because he lives there. The Indians should sign Gurriel, their firstbasemen have been horrible these past 5 years. Their third and final collection is now LIVE! Thats a garbage idea. Gurriel brings a far different approach than those high-strikeout sluggers, though San and Voit are far younger. Take a one-year deal and be grateful. Im shocked Nelson Cruz got signed before this guy. At last check in mid-February, the veteran first baseman was still holding out for a guaranteed major-league deal. The plan of the baseball star was to arrive in Varadero to spend a holiday with his relatives. Our 12th Photo Contest is now open for your entries. Yuli Gurriel had put the Astros ahead in Game 3 of the World Series with a leadoff homer in the second inning off the Dodgers'. Yea, but they arent a cheater and child-like racist, so if were gonna be terrible well do it with class! Free election now and you would see who are the traitors. And my pathetic As signed Jesus Aguilar for $3 million. Hell be 39 in June and he hit .242 last year. Give Hensley a shot for less money. Even though Gurriel does have . 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. 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. In July 2016, he signed with the Astros for $47.5 million over five seasons. Jon Heyman of the New York Postwrote yesterday Gurriel had sought a guarantee in the $3MM range at one point this offseason. 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. Athletics Trivia: On what promotional game day did the Oakland As draw their highest attendance figure for the last two decades? May 12, 2017. In the clubhouse, he was outstanding. Yuli Gurriel is a first baseman for the Houston Astros, but he first gained acclaim playing in Cuba. The players love him. 1-0 lead. One of those spots is reserved for a bench and utilityman role. Hope that they get a new owner but stay in Northern California. While Donaldson is still the starter, consider that a message delivered. Didnt really get a chance to see Hensleys versatility much last year considering he oftentimes was the DH. Its not like theres all these other options waiting for him. Gurriel stepped out of the batters box and removed his helmet, nodding in Darvishs direction in a seeming apology. He's a strong source of batting average help as he's a career .293 hitter and he hit .319 last season. Anyone who brings it up is a tired antique. Is it obvious? I find it hard to believe that the people working there didnt know about something so wide-spread. 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. 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. 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. Just a reminder that Yuli Gurriel hit a go-ahead HR in the ALCS this year. Chas , traitors to a dictatorship that no one elected? 223 and pick No. Houston has five picks in the top 80 for 2023. They also get to keep both of their firsts in 2024. 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. 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. At last check in mid-February, the veteran . Dont be so hard on your team. Meanwhile, he could be holding out hope on a return to Houston. However, a few minutes before boarding his plane the airlines told him the Cuban government forbid his entry to the island, reported 14ymedio. And they would still be but a player turned the Astros into The Athletic. I got a kick out of that shtick. I think he might be the reason why hes unsigned. Houston hasYordan Alvarez andMichael Brantley to split time between designated hitter and left field. In July of the same year, the player was signed by the Houston Astros of the MLB under a five-year contract worth 47.5 million. Bregman is Jewish. He is a baseball fanatic, obsessed with the game. Gurriel is one of the few potentially . His offense is something of a question mark as well. April 5, 2018: Houston Astros sent 1B Yuli Gurriel on a rehab assignment to Corpus Christi Hooks. As one team official put it recently, Were good enough to win 100 games. With a diminished offense and batted ball profile, hes going to bench bat regardless of team. My pathetic As gave Jesus Aguilar $3 million to strikeout what I believe will be 70% of the time instead of Yuli, a division rival they know damn well has excellent bat to ball numbers. Astros already signed. The Padres could do worse in adding a player like Yuli to their bench. Twenty years later, Yuli and Lourdes continue to embrace the privilege of building the family's baseball legacy. Which would make sense given the Alex Cora/Houston players connection and Blooms affinity to bring in old guys on short term deals on the cheap. 12. Good riddance if he doesnt play in MLB again. The 38-year-old has drawn interest from the Marlins, Twins and incumbent Astros, but Miami reportedly backed down in its pursuit of Gurriel late last month. He has also been a gold medalist in 2004. There doesn't seem to be a whole lot of present momentum toward Gurriel finding a new home. 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. He was clutch in the postseason. Remember? Its illegal for white people to return the gesture. 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. 14 SEATTLE - Yuli Gurriel's platoon splits are drastic opposite of how one would expect. All Rights Reserved. Gurriel was a Cuban National Team star for many years. As had 56,000 in July 2018 hosting Giants, even Mount Davis was full. The pair was declared eligible by the MLB, and Lourdes Jr. signed with the Toronto Blue Jays later that season. Gurriel is coming off a .242/.288/.360 line with just eight home runs through 584 regular season plate appearances. He was linked to the sox too. But they both are washed and if the Mets want a decent 26th man they can trade for one easily. Be the first one to comment on this story. Built in 2012, the six-bedroom mansion sits on 1.6 acres. 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. The apparent lack of a market for Gurriel isnt a total surprise, as hes coming off a down season in which he slashed just .242/.288/.360 with a career-low (for a full season) eight home runs inn 584 plate appearances. I think people have long memories in situations like this, Houston manager A.J. Please login to leave a reply. Yuli Gurriel is a six-foot, 215 lb. Yeah Ruf >>> Gurriel. No need for a mediocre racist. Cubans speak a dialect of Spanish that differs from Castilian Spanish; it was introduced to the island nation by Canarian emigrants in the 19th and 20th centuries. At his age, Yuli might have to settle for a DH only gig. In. Then again, if they had tried to do anything the Players Union would have been raising holy he!!. right-handed first baseman from Sancti Spiritis, Cuba. Rizzo will need time off throughout and hits the IL every year. Thats a testament to his superlative bat-to-ball skills, but the handful of extra punchouts still further dragged down his overall production. Let's compare and contrast. In America, its profitable to mimic, criticize and antagonize white people. Is Yuli looking for a bigger deal and that's why he switched agents, or is he looking to return to Houston and his former agent wasn't getting the job done? Other factors include his desire to start and expected HR output. Report from Spring Training has Michael Brantley fielding balls at 1st Base! 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. I dont think the Dodger fans will let him get past it until, maybe never. In 2015, this guy hit .495 with an Bondsian 1.400+ OPS and walked 41 times, while striking out just 4 times. 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. 3m on the phone- you got to be joking. Yuli Gurriel is one of the more accomplished free agent hitters still available, though hes seeking a bounceback opportunity after a rough 2022 campaign. 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. 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. But since the Cubs inexplicably signed Hosmer, lousy first basemen everywhere still have hope. That's how old Bregman will be at the end of 2024. Getting sick of you schmucks. 3 overall selection, the No. 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. 164, pick No. There were actually rumors he signed with Boston. Defending people you dont know making racist gestures, a life well lived. Is this a way to protect Brantley from further injury in left field? On the one hand, it was Gurriels second well below-average offensive showing in the past three years, as he managed just a .232/.274/.384 showing during the shortened 2020 schedule. It amazes me how media types and others portray Abreu as this star 1b man. That all changed when his sons Yulieski and Lourdes Jr. decided to defect from their Communist homeland in 2016. Yuli Gurriel was born on June 9, 1984, in Sancti Spiritus, as the son of Lourdes Gourriel and Olga Lidia Castillo Fernandez. 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. Ruff is old in baseball years, but not as old as Gurriel. Is Yuli Gurriel coming back for an eighth season with the Houston Astros? While he is up there in age, he should find himself a new contract before the beginning of the 2023 campaign. On November 28, however, the Astros signed first baseman Jose Abreu from the Chicago White Sox. He is, usually, over the last 6 seasons, the guy I want at the plate in a pressure situation. Its 100% from Havana. Home; Rankings; Projections; Roster Trends; Stats; Depth Charts That is 7 RH bats and only two LH. Yuli Gurriel is dropped from the active roster of the Houston Astros. How do you know he would be good at that? Gurriel is one of the few potentially impactful position players remaining on the free-agent market, and the Marlins could use some help in that regard, but Mish hears that the club "had stopped any aggressive pursuit" of the veteran first baseman as of Monday afternoon. Gurriel likely will only take a contract with a competitive team. He certainly had a down year, but he could bounce back and make some GM look incredibly smart for very little risk. Hes been on the international stage. Nice gracias #houstonastros ?????? It is believed that Gurriels wife moved to America with him, but its unclear if she lives in Texas on a full-time basis. He loves the Astros, he loves Houston, he loves his teammates. Even with a below-average slash line, he collected 40 doubles for the third time in his career. 1 overall pick. Go Figure. Although he doesnt share that many photos of his family, he has shared a few photos of his son, especially in recent months. 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. 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? Gurriel still has excellent bat-to-ball skills. Later that year, both were signed to contracts with big-league teams, with Yuli signing a five-year deal with the Astros. With the exception of two emergency innings at third base in 2021, Gurriel has played exclusively as a first baseman or designated hitter dating back to Opening Day 2020. 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). Yeah that is crazy if they couldve got Yuli instead. Be sure to check out the video as we discuss the contract Aledmys Diaz received from the A's (2-years, 14.5 million) and debate whether we want to see the Astros offer a similar deal for Yuli to return. Time to move on. 250-300 AB in a clubhouse crying out for a WS winner. But the idea of bringing Yuli back are just ludicrous. Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez is dealing with some left hand soreness, with both he and manager Dusty Baker speaking to 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. 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. Aaa depth. Personally, I think hes a wasted roster spot, as hes redundant defensively and mediocre offensively. Two outs and the Astros are clinging . section: | slug: yuli-gurriel-still-an-option-for-miami | sport: baseball | route: article_single_fantasy | Gurriels hair is a towering nonsense of angles and points, a stained glass window that exploded, writes Sports Illustrated. But no need to sign any mediocre players. Voigt is an Oakland As type of signing. Bregman went No. The right-handed hitting Astros ' first baseman came into the weekend batting .318./.344/.523 in 176. Here is everything you need to know about him. Just a reminder that Yuli Gurriel hit a go-ahead HR in the ALCS this year. "Yuli Gurriel's better hopes beyond the Marlins now might include Astros and Twins. Gurriel was said to be. . The Yankees played a split-squad game this week. Born on June 9, 1984, Gurriel's path to the majors was a little different than most. I think hed fit great with the Yankees if he can accept a bench role. Jon Tayler. He wont have to do that in Houston. Lianet may have had a career in the past, but these days she mainly stays home and assumes the full-time role of baseball wife and mother to her MLB husband, Yuli Gurriel. Gurriel played for Sancti Spiritus in the Cuban league and was besides on Cuba ' s national team. You talked like that about the mariners ship. HOUSTON, Texas - The good news is, Yuli will join the Astros for another season in 2022. 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. I kind of feel bad for Yuli. He would be a dream acquisition for New York. HINT: you only have to give me the name of the promotional day? Astros' Yuli Gurriel: Diagnosed with MCL sprain, Astros' Yuli Gurriel: Removed from roster with injury, Astros' Yuli Gurriel: Solo shot in Game 1, 2023 Fantasy baseball rankings: Top breakouts, sleepers, 2023 Fantasy baseball rankings: Top positional picks, 2023 Fantasy baseball rankings: Best sleeper picks. Yuli Gurriel is one of the most experienced first basemen in the league. On-base percentage: Machado (.341), Bregman (.375). https://www.baseball-reference.com/register/player.fcgi?id=gourri000yul. Longtime Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel remains one of the most recognizable names on the free-agent market, but it's been a generally quiet offseason with regard to interest in the former. Dodgers pitcher Rich Hill even stepped off the mound to allow the booing to continue unabated before throwing his first pitch. 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. Were they banging on trash cans when he won the batting title in 2021? 4 overall pick, pick No. 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. Brantley spoke about it, saying he's ready to do what How an unconventional approach could keep Alex Bregman in an Astros uniform. Give Hensley a shot for less money. 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