Current Team and Role
Yasiel Puig currently plays professional baseball in the Mexican League for the Diablos Rojos del México as a right fielder and designated hitter. He joined the team ahead of the 2024 season, bringing his power-hitting profile to one of the top winter and spring leagues in Latin America. His role focuses on run production and outfield defense, with a contract that includes performance incentives tied to batting average and home run totals.
Before signing with Diablos Rojos del México, Puig spent time in the minor league system of the Los Angeles Dodgers organization and later with the Cincinnati Reds. His move to the Mexican League represents a shift in his career trajectory, where he continues to compete at a high level while attracting attention from scouts and front offices across Latin America and the United States. Details on his current contract terms are not fully public, though sources indicate a one-year deal with club options.
Career Timeline and Recent Performance
MLB and Minor League Stints
In Major League Baseball, Yasiel Puig played primarily for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds between 2013 and 2021. He accumulated a career slash line of .274/.343/.484 with 124 home runs and 395 RBIs over parts of eight seasons. His peak years came between 2013 and 2016, when he averaged over 30 home runs and 90 RBIs per season and became known for his defensive highlights and electrifying running plays.
After his MLB release, Puig continued playing in affiliated minor leagues and independent leagues, including stints with teams in the Atlantic League and the Mexican Pacific League. His 2023 season saw him batting over .300 in winter ball, which led to his invitation to spring training with the Dodgers before ultimately signing with Diablos Rojos del México. His current batting average and home run totals in the Mexican League place him among the top offensive performers in the circuit this season.
Contract, Earnings, and Off-Field Activities
Estimated Income and Endorsements
Yasiel Puig's current earnings come from his playing contract with Diablos Rojos del México and any remaining performance bonuses from prior MLB deals. His career earnings in MLB were estimated in the range of $40 million to $45 million over his eight-season tenure, including a multi-year contract extension with the Dodgers that carried a significant signing bonus. While his current Mexican League salary is lower than his peak MLB earnings, the move extends his playing career and keeps him in front of professional scouts.
Off the field, Puig has maintained a public profile through social media and community outreach programs in both Cuba and the United States. He has participated in youth baseball clinics and charity events, often leveraging his platform to support immigrant and athlete development causes. His business interests include investments in sports training facilities and partnerships with athletic brands, though these ventures are not as prominent as his on-field career.