"David Robertson, who recorded 179 saves over a 17-year major league career while pitching for eight teams, announced his retirement Friday. "Baseball has given me more than I ever dreamed possible over the last 19 seasons," Robertson posted on social media. "... Saying goodbye isn't easy, but I do so with deep gratitude for every opportunity, challenge, and memory. I'll forever be thankful for the game and for everyone who made this journey extraordinary.""
"Robertson, who also went 68-46 and had a 2.93 ERA, made the All-Star Game in 2011 while pitching for the New York Yankees. He totaled at least 34 saves from 2014-16 playing for the Yankees and Chicago White Sox. The right-hander was part of 10 playoff teams, including the 2009 Yankees club that won the World Series. Robertson, 40, pitched for Philadelphia last season, making 20 appearances with two saves."
David Robertson announced his retirement following a 17-year major league career in which he recorded 179 saves and posted a 68-46 record with a 2.93 ERA. He earned an All-Star selection in 2011 while with the New York Yankees and recorded at least 34 saves from 2014 to 2016 with the Yankees and Chicago White Sox. The right-hander was part of 10 playoff teams, including the 2009 Yankees World Series champions. At age 40, he pitched for Philadelphia last season, making 20 appearances with two saves. He expressed deep gratitude for the opportunities and memories baseball provided.
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