Former Mets Outfielder Retires Immediately, Takes MLB Coaching Job
Summary
Travis Jankowski, a former outfielder for the New York Mets, has retired from playing baseball to become the first base coach for the Texas Rangers. Jankowski, who is 34, played for several Major League Baseball (MLB) teams over his 11-season career.Key Facts
- Travis Jankowski retired from baseball and will become the Texas Rangers' first base coach.
- He played his final games with the New York Mets during the 2025 season.
- Jankowski was part of new staff hires by Rangers manager Skip Schumaker.
- Over 11 MLB seasons, he played for several teams including the Padres, Reds, Phillies, Mariners, Rangers, White Sox, and Rays.
- In his career, Jankowski had a .236 batting average with 11 home runs and 98 RBIs.
- He stole 104 bases in 706 career MLB games.
- The Mets placed him in their Triple-A team in July, after which he chose free agency but stayed unsigned.
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