Dominican pitcher Germán on Sunday apologized on Wednesday for his behavior in his domestic violence case that led him to be absent from the Major Leagues since September 2019.
“I want to take this opportunity to sincerely apologize to the Steinbrenner family, my colleagues, management and those close to me who love me. I have made mistakes of which I am not proud and I want to apologize,” Germán read in a statement.
The Quisqueian was placed on administrative leave after beating his girlfriend at a CC Sabathia gala, which was attended by Yankees and Major League executives.
“When my team needed me the most in 2019, before the playoffs, I wasn’t there for them and that’s why I apologize. It was very difficult for me not to be throwing, helping my team, having to look from afar. it hurt me a lot. But I have to admit that I am responsible for putting myself in this situation, “he said.
He also thanked the New York Yankees leader and general manager for the support he received during the bad times.
“What I want to do is focus on what I do, it’s throw. My goal is to work hard and get my career back on track. It’s always been my dream to throw in the big leagues and I’m grateful to have that dream ahead of me.”
“I want to thank Aaron Boone and Brian Cashman for being patient with me. They’ve always tried to help me sincerely. And when I was having my worst time when I was training in Jupiter, Florida and I had a great conversation and for “I will be eternally grateful to them. I need to show through my actions how committed I am to becoming a contributor to this team,” he said.
He also regretted using his Instagram account improperly, having announced his withdrawal at one point from the suspension.
“As for social media, I understand that I haven’t used them properly. I’ve caused a lot of confusion and although my reason has been to connect with fans, I have to do it in a better way. Of course I have to improve. that, ”he commented.
And he assured that he is now focused on working hard and making up for lost time.
“What I want to do is focus on what I do, it’s throw. My goal is to work hard and get my career back on track. It’s always been my dream to throw in the big leagues and I’m grateful to have that dream in front of me,” he said. sustained.