MLB star Jose Bautista takes over the Las Vegas Lights FC in a major ownership deal.

In an exciting development, former Toronto Blue Jays star Jose Bautista has taken on full ownership of the United Soccer League’s Las Vegas Lights FC. The 43-year-old athlete will not only serve as the primary investor but will also step into the role of chairman and governor for the club.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the venture, Bautista, a passionate soccer fan, remarked, “As a soccer fan and former professional athlete, I am excited to be involved with the world’s game.” Following his retirement from professional baseball, Bautista has been closely observing the remarkable growth of soccer in the United States, particularly within the USL.

Bautista, who played an impressive 15 seasons in Major League Baseball, is best known for his remarkable tenure with the Toronto Blue Jays. Traded to the Blue Jays in 2008, he spent a decade with the team, leaving an indelible mark by hitting 288 home runs—second only to Carlos Delgado. Bautista holds the franchise record for single-season homers with an impressive 54.