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The return of Sosa comes at a time when the Cubs have issued stipulations for his re-integration into the organization. Owner Tom Ricketts had stated in the past that a public apology for steroid allegations was necessary before Sosa could be welcomed back. On December 19, 2024, after years of distance, Sosa wrote his letter, which some see as a form of penance or a necessary step towards reconciliation.