Pedro, Big Papi criticize Angels for 'shameful' release of Pujols
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Baseball icons Pedro Martinez and David Ortiz are not happy with the Los Angeles Angels after they released Albert Pujols on Thursday during the last season of his 10-year deal.
Martinez called out the Angels for "the shameful way" they treated his friend, who was potentially set to retire following the season.
Meanwhile, Ortiz called the news "devastating for fans" and said the Angels should have let Pujols "walk away like you deserve."
Pujols is regarded as one of the best players in baseball history. The 41-year-old is a three-time MVP and 10-time All-Star who ranks third all time in RBIs and fifth in career home runs.
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