The Rise and Fall of Former Dodgers Pitcher Julio Urias

Julio Urias signed with the Dodgers when he was 16 years old, and over the years rose to become a consistent member of the starting rotation. He helped the team win the 2020 World Series and was seen as a staple of the organization.

The former Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias is currently a free agent, but he won’t be returning to the Dodgers in 2024. The team has distanced themselves from him since an arrest in early September where he was suspected of domestic battery.

The incident happened following an LAFC match in Los Angeles, and he was released on bail the following morning. Shortly after the arrest, the Dodgers removed murals around Dodger Stadium, as well as took down memorabilia that showed his name. His locker in the clubhouse was taken away, as well.

Urias was placed on paid administrative leave while Major League Baseball conducted its investigation into the matter. Local law enforcement agencies received video evidence after he was released on bail, which led them to conduct their own investigation.

Earlier this month, the law enforcement agencies concluded their investigation and turned the case over to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. They will now determine whether any criminal charges will be made against Urias.

The rise and fall of Urias has been a notable one. Our very own Doug McKain detailed the career of Urias below, from the start of his MLB journey until where the situation currently stands.

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