Scott Boras, the super-agent known for navigating complex player markets, has sent a clear signal about one of his most notable clients. In a recent interview, Boras indicated that former Los Angeles Dodgers ace Julio Urías could return to Major League Baseball "any minute," citing consistent interest from teams.
This update comes after a lengthy absence for the left-handed pitcher. Urías, a key figure in the Dodgers' 2020 World Series championship, has not pitched since the 2023 season. His career was interrupted following a domestic violence arrest that led to a Major League Baseball investigation and an initial suspension for the first half of the 2025 season. Although reinstated as an eligible player, he chose to remain off the field.
Boras's comments to the Los Angeles Times highlight the perennial demand for premium pitching talent. "Teams ask me about him all the time," Boras stated. "With the pitching market in this world, Julio could play any minute. But I think it’s about him deciding if it’s something he wants to do right now."
This interest is undoubtedly tied to Urías's impressive peak performance. Before his suspension, he was one of baseball's most dominant starters. In 2021, he led all of MLB with 20 wins and posted a stellar 2.96 ERA, finishing seventh in Cy Young Award voting. He followed that up in 2022 by leading the National League with a 2.16 ERA, cementing his status as an elite arm.
While his off-field issues make any potential comeback a significant storyline, Boras's update confirms that Urías's on-field pedigree keeps him on the radar of MLB front offices. The decision for a return now appears to rest solely with the pitcher himself, leaving the baseball world to watch for his next move.
