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San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 20
Is it time for Padres to move on from Yuli Gurriel, other veterans? 
Return of key players could, should mean end of the line for San Diego bench pieces The core of the San Diego Padres from a position player standpoint, is Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., Xander Bogaerts and Jake Cronenworth.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / April 8
Padres Manager Discusses Key Veteran's Struggles to Open 2025 Season
The San Diego Padres are having an electric start to the season sitting at 9-2, but there are already a few negatives being shown. Newly-signed veteran Yuli Gurriel only has one hit this season, and despite the fact that it ended up being the deciding swing to beat the Atlanta Braves, he is hitless since then.
San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / April 6
Padres have a Yuli Gurriel and Jason Heyward problem
Options are available for underperforming veterans Ten games into the 2025 MLB season is a very small sample size for any player. But a quick look at the early season stats show a glaring gap between Yuli Gurriel/Jason Heyward and the other eleven position players on the daily roster.
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MLB News / Gaslamp Ball / April 6
Padres fans may want Yuli Gurriel gone but it isn’t happening now
It’s April 6 everyone. We’re going to have to put ourselves in the Padres’ position Even though the Padres are 8-2, there are a ton of fans who want veteran hitter Yuli Gurriel off the roster.
MLB News / Empire Sports Media / March 30
Padres’ ex-champ proves worth in clutch performance vs. Braves
San Diego Padres veteran Yuli Gurriel came up clutch against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday. As a pinch hitter in the seventh inning, Gurriel delivered an RBI single that gave the Padres a 1-0 lead over the Braves.
San Diego Padres News / Empire Sports Media / March 24
Padres’ ex-champion infielder earns Opening Day roster spot
San Diego Padres first baseman Yuli Gurriel will begin the 2025 MLB season on their big league roster. According to MLB reporter Francys Romero, Gurriel was informed by the Padres of the roster decision during Spring Training (h/t FantasyPros’ Jesse Garcia).
San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23
Three veterans make Padres' Opening Day roster
The Padres have told three veteran non-roster invitees that they have made the Opening Day roster. First baseman Yuli Gurriel (as per reporter Francys
San Diego Padres News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 23
Former Batting Champ Makes San Diego Padres' Opening Day Roster Out of MiLB Deal
Former Houston Astros star Yuli Gurriel has reportedly made the San Diego Padres' Opening Day roster. He had been in camp on a minor league deal. Cuban Baseball Insider Francys Romero had the information on social media.
San Diego Padres News / Empire Sports Media / March 15
Padres’ WS champ could contend for time at 1st base in 2025
San Diego Padres infielder Yuli Gurriel could challenge for time at first base next season. The Padres acquired the former two-time World Series champion Gurriel in the offseason.
San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19
Padres’ Yu Darvish willing to put past behind him with Yuli Gurriel addition
When the San Diego Padres announced the signing of Yuli Gurriel from the Kansas City Royals, fans around the MLB world wondered how he would co-exist with Yu Darvish, the team’s star pitcher who he famously had beef with back in 2017.
MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 19
Former Dodgers Pitcher Yu Darvish Talks About Padres Signing Yuli Gurriel After Astros Incident
In order for the San Diego Padres to sign Yuli Gurriel, they needed permission from Yu Darvish. Padres president of baseball operations A.J. Preller reportedly first reached out to Darvish about Gurriel in December, marking one of at least three conversations between them.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 18
Padres manager addresses biggest question about Yuli Gurriel signing
The recent signing of Yuli Gurriel to a minor league deal by the Padres raised some eyebrows — and not just because the club was adding another potential offensive weapon.
San Diego Padres News / Empire Sports Media / February 18
Padres add efficient former champion with defensive muscle
The San Diego Padres just added a seasoned veteran who can help their roster contend next season. According to MLB Insider Francys Romero, the Padres are bringing two-time World Series champion Yuli Gurriel into their fold (h/t San Diego Padres on SI’s Noah Camras).
MLB News / Field Level Media / February 18
Reports: Padres land Yuli Gurriel on minor league deal
First baseman Yuli Gurriel, a key part of two World Series championship teams with the Houston Astros, agreed to a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres, multiple media outlets reported on Monday.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17
Padres sign a deal with ex-Astros star
The San Diego Padres have reached a minor league agreement with veteran first baseman and designated hitter Yuli Gurriel, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
MLB News / Last Word On Sports / February 17
Report: Padres Sign First Baseman Yuli Gurriel to Minor League Deal
Veteran first baseman Yuli Gurriel has found a new home, signing a minor league deal with the San Diego Padres, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 17
Padres surprisingly decide to sign two-time Astros champion
The San Diego Padres have made a signing that few saw coming. Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Monday that the Padres have agreed to a deal with free agent first baseman Yuli Gurriel.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13, 2024
Yuli Gurriel agrees to minor league deal with NL contender
The first baseman, 39, played out the first seven seasons of his MLB career with the Houston Astros (2016-22).
Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16, 2024
MLB teams showing interest in veteran first baseman
Veteran first baseman Yuli Gurriel has drawn interest from MLB clubs ahead of the 2024 season, reports Francys Romero. “Soon, a decision must be made,” Gurriel told Romero.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 9, 2023
Former AL batting champion Yuli Gurriel finds new home
Former AL batting champion Yuli Gurriel is reportedly set to sign with an NL East squad.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / February 7, 2023
Why a Yuli Gurriel-Astros reunion could work
Yuli Gurriel's return to the Houston Astros remains uncertain.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / November 5, 2022
Astros' Yuli Gurriel had emotional reaction to being taken off WS roster following Game 5 injury
Gurriel batted .347/.360/.490 with two home runs and four RBI in the postseason. He finished 6-for-19 with a double and an RBI during the World Series.
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