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Yasiel Puig last played in a Major League Baseball game six years ago, but the former Los Angeles Dodgers slugger does not look like he has changed much.

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Former Dodgers All-Star Yasiel Puig Almost Hit in Head Leading to Benches-Clearing Incident in KBO

The Los Angeles Dodgers once had an All-Star named Yasiel Puig who took the league by storm. Known for his athleticism, passion, and even on-field comedy, his undeniable power and speed were a sensational combination during his six seasons in L.A.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Former Dodgers Phenom Now Turning Heads in Korea

Former Los Angeles Dodgers star outfielder Yasiel Puig isn’t done just yet. Nearly six years removed from his last MLB at-bat, the 34-year-old Puig is still going.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / March 23

Yasiel Puig has message for MLB teams

It has been nearly six years since Yasiel Puig appeared in a Major League Baseball game, but the slugger is still hoping for another shot with a team. Puig, who last played for the Cleveland Indians in 2019, has had stints with several international teams in the last five-plus years.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 15

This Day In Dodgers History: Hiroki Kuroda Signs; Clayton Kershaw And Yasiel Puig Visit Cuba

Hiroki Kuroda agreed to a three-year, $35.2 million contract on this day in Los Angeles Dodgers. Prior to joining L.A. in 2007, the 33-year-old native of Osaka compiled a 103-89 record to go along with a 3.69 ERA in the Japanese Central League over 11 seasons playing for the Hiroshima Toyo Carp.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / November 15

Notes: Ohtani’s 50-50 home run ball, Hernández, Puig

Shohei Ohtani’s 50-50 home run ball now resides at Taipei 101, the tallest building in Taiwan. When Shohei Ohtani connected for his 50th home run of the season back on September 19, that ball immediately held an immense value.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / November 14

Yasiel Puig set for return to South Korea in 2025

Former Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig is set to return to South Korea for the 2025 season after he revealed on social media that he signed with the Kiwoom Heroes.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 10

Former Dodgers Fan Favorite Yasiel Puig Makes Big Baseball Announcement

Former Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig is returning to the KBO League, the highest level of professional baseball in Korea. Puig was recently playing with the Tiburones de La Guaira of the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League, but is now returning to Korea to play baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / November 7

Former Los Angeles Dodgers Phenom Yasiel Puig Returning to KBO

A player that at one time seemed like one of the best young players in the game has found his baseball home for the 2025 season. Former Los Angeles Dodger,

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 3

This Day In Dodgers History: Attendance Milestone & Yasiel Puig Achieves MLB First

This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history saw the franchise reach an attendance milestone in their first season after moving from Brooklyn, and also Yasiel Puig achieve a first for any player who made his MLB debut.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 17, 2024

Former Dodgers Fan Favorite Signs With Mexican League Team

Former Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star and fan favorite Yasiel Puig is taking his talents down south to Mexico. According to Francys Romero of MLB.com, Puig has signed a contract with El Aguila de Veracruz of the Mexican League. The 33-year-old will return to that Mexican league team as he played there in 2021.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 16, 2024

Former All-Star outfielder signs with Mexican League team

Veteran outfielder Yasiel Puig is signing with the Aguila de Veracruz of the Mexican League.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / March 16, 2024

Yasiel Puig announces big news about his future

Yasiel Puig has a team for the 2024 season, though not in the U.S.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / FirstSportz / January 28, 2024

Ex Dodgers star Yasiel Puig explains his side of WILD brawl during recent Winter League game in Venezuela

Yasiel Puig, the former Los Angeles Dodgers star has found himself in the midst of controversy. He recently made the headlines when a video of his involvement in a wild brawl emerged.

Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / December 9, 2021

Kiwoom Heroes sisgn Yasiel Puig to one-year, $1M maximum deal

Kiwoom Heroes sign one-time MLB All-Star Yasiel Puig to one-year, $1 million maximum contract

One of the most boisterous and flamboyant MLB stars from last decade is heading overseas.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / January 23, 2021

Yankees, Royals, Marlins possibilities for Yasiel Puig?

Report: Yankees, Royals, Marlins possible destinations for Yasiel Puig

Puig last played for the Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Indians in 2019, hitting .267 with 24 home runs and 84 RBI.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / January 4, 2021

Multiple teams interested in Yasiel Puig

Report: Red Sox, Yankees among teams interested in Yasiel Puig

Former Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Yasiel Puig is hoping to return to Major League Baseball in 2021 after not playing in 2020. He'll have options,

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17, 2020