Source: BroBible
Summary
The Canadian Baseball League’s Toronto Maple Leafs have signed former MLB star Yasiel Puig to a record-breaking contract, despite his facing up to 15 years in prison for obstruction of justice and providing false statements to federal officials. Puig, 35, will join the team on opening day on May 10. The league’s press release did not mention Puig’s legal issues. The Maple Leafs CEO said they believe Puig is the most exciting player in men’s baseball not playing in MLB right now.
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The habit of signing high-profile talent gets a new name.
The Canadian Baseball League’s Toronto Maple Leafs signed Yasiel Puig to the largest contract in league history. They think he’s the most exciting player in men’s baseball not playing in MLB right now. Puig is facing up to 15 years in prison. The team’s CEO says they’re focused on putting the best talent on the field. Puig’s sentencing is scheduled for May 26. The league’s press release didn’t mention his legal issues. Because, priorities.
Author: Evan Null
