"Heyward put up nearly 20 fWAR in his five seasons as a Brave, matching his rookie season's 4.7 with another 4.7 in his final season pre-trade."
"His best season actually came immediately after he was dealt to the Cardinals - 5.6 fWAR. He hit better as a rookie, which was his best offensive season overall."
"His career included five Gold Gloves, an All-Star selection in his rookie season, and a World Series title in 2016 with the Cubs."
"He'll now put some of those experiences to work in mentoring the next generation of athletes at his eponymous academy."
Jason Heyward has announced his retirement after 16 seasons in Major League Baseball. His career was pivotal for Braves fans, marked by a remarkable rookie season and a resurgence in the team's fortunes. Heyward achieved nearly 20 fWAR during his five seasons with the Braves and earned five Gold Gloves and an All-Star selection. His later years saw him transition into a role player, but he had a notable half-season with the Dodgers in 2023. He plans to mentor young athletes at his academy.
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