Gurriel, a 33-year-old from Cuba, made the gesture shortly after homering to start Houston’s four-run second inning. HOUSTON—Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel is facing possible punishment after making a racist gesture during the World Series. A person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press the league intends to speak with Gurriel. Gurriel may be punished, including a possible suspension during the World Series. He said he knows the Japanese are offended by it because he played in Japan in 2014.

Source: thestar October 28, 2017 14:02 UTC