Julio Rodriguez is a rising star in the MLB. Rodr?guez joined the Seattle Mariners in 2022. Currently in his second season for the Mariners, the 2022 AL Rookie of the Year has made it to the hearts of the fans. Taking his new-found success off the field, and in an attempt to connect with the fanbase, the player has now launched his own cereal brand, which goes by the name JuliO’s.
PLB Sports & Entertainment have collaborated with the player to release this product. Since the announcement of the product, fans have reacted positively to the launch, with many hailing it’s impressive packaging.
A dream comes true for Julio Rodriguez with the release of JuliO’s.
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Julio Rodriguez hails from Loma de Cabrera,?Dominican Republic, and has always appreciated the Mariners’ fan base. With this product, Rodriguez aims to connect with the fans regularly. According to the Seattle Times, Rodriguez said that it was his dream to venture into this category. Focusing on the importance of the launch, the 22-year-old said” ?It?s so special to play in Seattle with such a passionate fan base. Having my own cereal is a dream come true and can?t wait to share it with the fans!?
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The product has a fruit-loop cereal profile. The whole design of the box depicts Rodriguez’s love for Anime. It can also work as a collectible for fans, especially young ones. This move will also help in a social cause as a percentage of the proceeds from sales will go to charity. MLB Life also shared this news with the caption, “Julio Rodr?guez now has his cereal and of course, it’s called JuliO’s”.
Julio Rodríguez now has his own cereal and of course it's called JuliO's 😂🥣 pic.twitter.com/kjYegrQM9F
— MLB Life (@MLBLife) May 20, 2023
Fans want to have their hands on the product!
Fans love Rodriguez and want to have their hands on any product associated with him. Many are pleased with the name and find it humorous. Here are a few reactions from the fans:
Need these in my life.
— J. G.🇩🇴🇺🇸 (@JayKing5113) May 20, 2023
https://twitter.com/ThaOnlyFB/status/1660063137910128640?s=20
It’s just fruit loops fam
— Dañiel Simpson (@DSimpson88) May 20, 2023
Que duro loco, look at this flag.♥️🇩🇴 https://t.co/UOjkChEFia
— Fernando VN.🤴🏾✨ (@Fvx_1605) May 20, 2023
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JuliOOOOOOOOOO #SeaUsRise https://t.co/axq0wmhH7K
— James Frey (@MartyMcFrey) May 20, 2023
Meanwhile, the player is having a rough season. Rodriguez would look to catch up on his lost form and give fans a few moments of joy on the field as well. He has played 43 games this season and has 29 runs at an average of 0.209. He has hit seven home runs till now with an OPS of 0.670. It will be interesting to see how he will cope with this lost form. Whether he be able to match his last season’s stats or not? Only time will tell.
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What do you make of the story? Have you tried out the product? If yes, share your experience in the comments below.
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