Former Yomiuri Giants great Warren Cromartie won't be returning to the team as an adviser for the 2021 season, he announced on Tuesday.

"It was a great opportunity to get back in a Giants uniform," Cromartie told The Japan Times. "I wish them the best of luck for 2021 and beyond."

Cromartie, who played with the Montreal Expos from 1974-1983 before becoming a three-time All-Star and the 1989 Central League MVP with the Giants in Japan, also released a statement to express his gratitude to the club.