Albert Pujols is going crosstown signing a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the remainder of the 2021 season. Earlier this month, Pujols was released by the Los Angeles Angels in the final season of his 10-year contract.
Pujols, 41, will not likely be an everyday player. Max Muncy will get the lion's share of time at first base. Nevertheless, Pujols could prove to be an interesting clubhouse presence for the defending World Series champions. After getting off to a scorching 13-2 start, they have gone 7-15 since (although they have won four of their last five games) and are currently in third place in the NL West albeit only two games back of the San Francisco Giants.
It will also be interesting to see what number Pujols wears. He has worn number 5 his entire 21 year big league career. However, shortstop Corey Seager currently wears 5 for the Dodgers. Will Seager offer Pujols his number as a measure of respect?
This development is undoubtedly a disappointment to St. Louis Cardinals' fans hoping for a reunion and a proper goodbye. Indeed there were discussions about making this happen. The Dodgers are scheduled to visit St. Louis from September 6-9. In which case, Cardinals fans will have to be content to praise Pujols in Dodger Blue.
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