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The veteran Cuban star Yuli Gurriel went through waivers without being claimed by any team and chose to become a free agent, reported journalist Francys Romero on Saturday.
In this way, the 40-year-old veteran concludes his connection with the San Diego Padres organization and is waiting for a team to express interest in signing him.
Last Tuesday, the pitcher was placed on the Parents assignment and entered the waiver process, where he could be claimed by any Major League team.
After going unclaimed, Gurriel could accept an assignment to the Triple-A team of the organization or declare himself a free agent, which he ultimately did.
A performance below expectations
During his brief tenure with the Padres, the 39-year-old slugger recorded only 4 hits in 36 at-bats, resulting in a batting average of .111, without home runs or RBIs. His low performance was marked by a lack of daily play, a factor that has historically affected his offensive consistency.
End of the road in MLB?
With a distinguished career that includes two World Series titles with the Houston Astros (2017, 2022), Gurriel's current situation raises questions about his future in Major League Baseball.
Next week will be crucial to determine whether any organization bets on his experience or if the Cuban, one of the best in the history of the island, chooses to seek other opportunities outside the MLB system.
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