Corey Kluber, two-time Cy Young Award winner announced his retirement On Friday, he will end an award-winning 13-season MLB career.
“Even away from the pitcher’s mound, my passion for baseball remains unwavering,” the 37-year-old wrote in an Instagram post. “I eagerly look forward to exploring opportunities to continue contributing to the sport in another capacity. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of my baseball journey and for creating unforgettable memories.
“To everyone who will be a part of my next chapter in baseball, I look forward to passing on what I’ve learned to the next generation of MLB players.”
A fourth-round pick by the Padres out of Stetson in 2007, Kluber made his major league debut with the Indians in 2011 and quickly became an asset, winning the first of his two Cy Young Awards in 2014. did.
He started Game 7 of the 2016 World Series, allowing six hits and four runs in four innings, ultimately losing 8-7 to the Cubs in overtime.
Kluber is a three-time All-Star, earning the honor in 2015, 2016 and 2017. That same year, he went on to have an impressive 18-4 season, leading the majors in wins and ERA, and winning his second Cy Young Award. (2.25), complete game (5), shutout (3).
He was traded to the Rangers in 2020, but ended the season with just three batters due to a torn right teres major.
He joined the Yankees in 2021 and pitched the 12th no-hitter in franchise history despite an injury-plagued season.
“He missed a lot of time, but we’re talking about one of the greatest pitchers of the last 10 years,” Yankees manager Boone said after the famous game against the Rangers. “It’s a great story considering some of the challenges he’s been through and the fact that he hasn’t pitched much the past two seasons. [But] He’s in great shape and healthy and now we’re seeing the results of a guy who knows what he’s doing. ”
He started the 2022 season with Ray, starting 31 games and posting a 4.34 ERA, but his 2023 season with the Red Sox was suspended due to right shoulder inflammation, with a 7.04 ERA and a 3-6 record. left behind.
