WASHINGTON, D.C. – It was just a year ago when Vladimir Gutierrez received an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug and question marks surrounded his career.
Now, he’s set to reach one of his dreams.
Gutierrez will make his Major League debut Friday when he’s the starting pitcher against the Chicago Cubs, the club announced. The Reds needed someone to fill a spot start this week because Wade Miley is on the 10-day injured list with a left foot injury.
“I appreciate everything the Reds have done for me,” Gutierrez said in spring training.