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Former Yankees All-Star, World Series Champion Decalres Immediate Retirement

Former Yankees All-Star, World Series Champion Decalres Immediate Retirement

Summary

David Robertson, a relief pitcher with a 17-year career in Major League Baseball, has announced his retirement. He won a World Series with the New York Yankees and had a career record of 68 wins to 46 losses.

Key Facts

  • David Robertson played Major League Baseball for 17 years.
  • He won a World Series with the New York Yankees in his second season.
  • Robertson announced his retirement through an Instagram post.
  • He played for several teams, including the Yankees, Chicago White Sox, and Philadelphia Phillies.
  • His career record is 68 wins, 46 losses, a 2.93 Earned Run Average (ERA), and 179 saves.
  • Robertson also pitched for the Tampa Bay Rays, Chicago Cubs, New York Mets, Miami Marlins, and Texas Rangers.
  • He represented the United States in international competitions, winning a World Baseball Classic Gold and an Olympic silver medal.

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