We asked AI to predict which team can sign Julio Urias (& it's response will not sit well with MLB fans)

The offseason has been a boon for Los Angeles Dodgers fans, as they recently acquired two-time unanimous MVP Shohei Ohtani, with Yoshonibu Yamamoto and Tyler Glasnow to support him in the rotation. However, one free agent is still waiting for his suitor to offer a perfect deal and that is former Dodgers ace, Julio Urias.

Urias was a part of the Los Angeles Dodgers for eight years and in 2023, agreed to a $14,250,000 contract to avoid arbitration. However, he had a rough season in 2023, only playing 21 games with a 4.60 ERA in 117.1 innings. Additionally, he faced legal issues last year.

Despite his struggles, Julio Urias, 27, has a career 3.11 ERA and his postseason experience is certainly an attractive factor for potential suitors to consider. As such, we asked Google Bard to predict where the 2020 World Champion will end up, and its prediction seems to be justified.

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AI predicts Julio Urias’ next landing spot

After asking Google Bard to suggest some team names, it came up with some interesting choices and gave an explanation for choosing the team.

Julio Urias has been pitching for the Dodgers for several years and has been a dominant force in the team alongside Clayton Kershaw and Bobby Miller. Although Urias had some initial struggles, he has maintained an average 2.72 ERA since 2019, except for last year. He also helped the team win the World Series in 2020. Considering his familiarity with Los Angeles, a reunion with the Dodgers is possible.

AI Google Bard

However, Bard believes that Urias' recent legal troubles could hinder the reunion. Additionally, other teams may also be interested in adding Urias to their rotation. Google AI suggests that the New York Mets could strike a deal to strengthen their bullpen with an experienced arm.

According to Bard, the reigning World Series champions, the Texas Rangers, are also one of the potential contenders for Julio Urias. With their star ace Jordan Montgomery becoming a free agent in 2023, the team is looking for an ace to hold their crown next year. The Rangers' financial flexibility may attract Urias to their team, as Bard predicted.

AI Google Bard

In addition, Google Bard has identified some new names as possible participants in the Julio Urias sweepstakes, including the San Francisco Giants and the St. Louis Cardinals. It even suggested that Urias might leave America to pursue his career in Korea, Japan, or other international leagues.

There are currently no new leads on Julio Urias, and one of the reasons for this could be his off-field problems, which could also damage a franchise's public image. However, there is still time before spring training for teams to consider him.