LOS ANGELES: The Los Angeles Dodgers completed the signing of Albert Pujols on Monday (Tuesday in Manila), the future Hall of Famer joining the World Series champions on a one-year deal after his shock exit from the Los Angeles Angels. The 41-year-old slugger — who leads the rankings amongst currently active players for home runs, RBIs, runs scored and appearances — bolsters a Dodgers line-up that has been beset by a slew of injuries this season. Pujols was let go by the Angels on May 6 in a move that took Major League Baseball by surprise. Pujols provides the Dodgers with another option at first base, where the Dodgers have been rocked by injuries to key personnel this season, including Cody Bellinger and Edwin Rios. Pollock has also succumbed to injury while on Saturday shortstop and World Series Most Valuable Player Corey Seager suffered a broken hand after being hit by a pitch in a victory over the Miami Marlins.

Source: Manila Times May 18, 2021 16:07 UTC