Stephen Strasburg, the Washington Nationals’ World Series champion pitcher whose last few seasons of his baseball career were marred by injuries, announced his retirement Sunday.
MLB officially listed Strasburg for retirement on Saturday.
“When I was little, all I dreamed of was winning the World Series. Thanks to many coaches, teammates and medical staff, my childhood dream became a reality in 2019,” Strasburg said. said. “Although this was a personal goal of mine, I realized how truly important and special that moment was to so many of DMW’s fans. Your unwavering support through the ups and downs will always be with me It’s meaningful.”
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Washington Nationals starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg pitches during Game 6 of the World Series against the Astros on October 29, 2019 in Houston. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
“I would also like to thank the late Ted Lerner and his family for giving me the opportunity to wear the curly ‘W’ over the years. That said, I always wish I could pitch in more games, “I gave my all for the only team I know. My family and I are so lucky and blessed to have been able to experience this baseball journey at Capitol Hill.”
The Nationals selected Strasburg with the first overall pick out of San Diego State. He burst onto the scene in 2010, posting a 2.91 ERA with 92 strikeouts in 12 games. However, he missed most of 2011 recovering from Tommy John surgery he underwent at the end of 2010.
In 2019, he helped the Nationals win the World Series. He struck out 14 Houston Astros batters and posted a 2.51 ERA in two starts. He was named World Series MVP.
Starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg thanks the fans as he walks off the field during a Philadelphia Phillies game at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., on August 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
In 2020, Strasburg started two games in the shortened season, but suffered nerve issues in his hands. He was again kept off the mound for much of the final part of his career due to injury.
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He had 1,723 strikeouts and a career ERA of 3.24. He was selected as an All-Star three times.
“On behalf of the Lerner-Cohen-Tannenbaum family, I would like to thank Steven for everything he has done for the Washington Nationals,” said Nationals Principal Owner Mark D. Lerner. “It has been an honor to watch him grow as a player and a person throughout his illustrious career.
“He gave us so many memories that will stay with us forever. No one can dispute the indelible impact he had on our organization. You put us on the map as world champions and changed the face of our franchise. Thank you, Stephen – congratulations on everything and a great career.”
Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg takes live batting practice during spring training on March 15, 2022 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File)
“We want to congratulate Stephen on an incredible career, from his major league debut in 2010 to leading us to the 2019 World Series MVP title,” said Mike Rizzo, the team’s general manager and president of baseball operations. ” he added. There is no denying that he has played for our baseball club.
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“He will go down as one of the best players in Washington Nationals history, and it was an honor to be a part of that journey. We would like to thank him for everything he did for our organization. We are grateful and wish him and his family all the best.”
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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