Summary
Julio Teheran, a two-time MLB All-Star, announced his retirement from professional baseball after his team, Colombia, completed their World Baseball Classic games. Teheran played 13 years in Major League Baseball, mainly with the Atlanta Braves, and achieved notable success, including two All-Star selections. He decided to retire at age 35 due to a shoulder injury.
Key Facts
- Julio Teheran retired from professional baseball at age 35.
- He announced his retirement after participating in the World Baseball Classic with Team Colombia.
- Teheran had a 13-year Major League Baseball career with 255 appearances.
- He played primarily for the Atlanta Braves, with 229 of his MLB appearances there.
- He was selected for the National League All-Star team in 2014 and 2016.
- Teheran's best career season was in 2014, with 14 wins and a 2.89 ERA.
- Over his career, he also played for teams like the Los Angeles Angels and Detroit Tigers.
- Teheran earned more than $42 million during his baseball career.
