Former Red Sox Pitcher Says He Isn't Retired, Might Pitch at 47
Summary
Rich Hill, a 46-year-old baseball pitcher, has not officially retired and is considering a comeback to Major League Baseball (MLB) in 2027. Hill, who has played for 14 MLB teams over 21 seasons, including the Boston Red Sox and Kansas City Royals, said he plans to prepare over the offseason to pitch again, potentially as a relief pitcher or starter.Key Facts
- Rich Hill started his MLB career in 2005 with the Chicago Cubs.
- He has played for a record-tying 14 MLB teams.
- Hill pitched last in 2025 for the Kansas City Royals, with two starts.
- He never officially retired by filing papers with MLB.
- Hill said he might pitch in 2027 but isn’t certain yet.
- He is inspired by another pitcher who uses a submarine-style pitch, throwing the ball with a low arm angle.
- Hill’s career stats include 90 wins, 76 losses, and a 4.02 earned run average (ERA) over 388 games.
- He plans to train in the offseason to find a new pitching style to help a team either as a bullpen pitcher or a starter.
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