Sergio Alcantara departs MLB, signs with Puebla Pericos of Mexican League
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Sergio Alcantara has left Major League Baseball following his release from the Philadelphia Phillies. After a brief stint with Triple-A Lehigh Valley, the infielder will continue his career with Puebla Pericos in the Mexican League. Alcantara, who played parts of four MLB seasons, compiled a.207 batting average in 157 major league games. His last big-league action was with the San Francisco Giants, where he appeared in just one game last year. The move marks a new chapter for the 29-year-old, as international leagues become appealing options for veterans seeking playing time.
- •Alcantara spent two months in the Phillies organization before his release.
- •He played 35 games with Triple-A Lehigh Valley prior to signing abroad.
- •His MLB experience includes stints with five different teams.
- •Alcantara's best season was in 2021 with the Cubs, appearing in 89 games.
- •He signed with Puebla Pericos to continue his professional baseball career.
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