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A Philadelphia Phillies reliever is retiring after 16 seasons in the big leagues.
As teams work through their off-season strategies, players are doing the same. They’re considering free agency, prospects in the big leagues or minor leagues, and other considerations about the remainder of their careers. But some players are ready to put on their cleats for good.
After nearly two decades of being a member of the Philadelphia Phillies, one former pitcher decided to retire.
Veteran right-handed pitcher Tommy Hunter has announced his retirement from the major leagues, sources told The Athletic. The 36-year-old has pitched for seven different teams over the course of his 16-year career, and it is unclear what his next steps will be. “The father of four young children said he believes he has something to contribute to the game,” The Athletic’s Brin Logan reported.
In October, Hunter went on his former Baltimore Orioles teammate Adam Jones’ podcast to discuss his thoughts on retirement.
Hunter began his career with the Philadelphia Phils after signing a 2-year deal with them prior to the 2018 campaign. By then, he had established himself as a full-time reliever and made 65 appearances for Philadelphia, pitching 64 innings and posting a 3.80 ERA with four saves. The following year, Hunter suffered a season-ending forearm strain and was placed on the disabled list. He pitched in five games that year and finished with an ERA of 4.01. The Phils re-signed Hunter before the 2020 season, which was shortened by COVID-19, and he made 24 appearances, pitching 24 innings.
Hunter went on to sign a contract with Philadelphia’s cross-town rival, the New York Mets, where he played for three seasons before announcing his retirement.
While his time with the Phillies was uneventful, 16 seasons in the Majors is not a bad total.
Hunter went on to sign a contract with Philadelphia’s cross-town rival, the New York Mets, where he played for three seasons before announcing his retirement.
While his time with the Phillies was uneventful, 16 seasons in the Majors is not a bad total.
