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Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jean Segura, a Two-Time All-Star, Officially Retires
For most of the 2010s and into the 2020s, Jean Segura was one of the better middle infielders in Major League Baseball. The native of Dominican Republic made the All-Star Game twice - once with the Milwaukee Brewers in 2014 and once with the Seattle Mariners in 2018 - during his 12 years in the bigs. His best season came in his lone year with the Arizona Diamondbacks when he finished with a 6.6 WAR upon slashing .319/.368/.499 while leading all of baseball with 203 hits. Advertisement Segura announced his retirement Wednesday through his agency, CAA Sports. Segura mostly played shortstop in his career, though he began playing at second base and third base during the final years of his time. He last played in the Majors with the Miami Marlins in 2023. Bill Streicher-Imagn Images Segura spent four years apiece with the Brewers and Phillies, including as the team's starting second baseman in the team's 2022 World Series run, near the beginning and the end of his career. He began his career with the Los Angeles Angels, but played only one game with in southern California being dealt to Milwaukee in a trade for Zack Grienke. He was traded to Arizona, then Seattle before signing with the Marlins to finish his career. Advertisement The 35-year-old attempted final comebacks with the Cleveland Guardians and Baltimore Orioles but did not return the Majors. He finished 13th in National League Most Valuable Player voting in 2016 with the Diamondbacks and finished his career with 1,545 hits and a .281 batting average. Related: Mariners Announce George Kirby News Before Astros Series Related: Last Time Tigers Did This, They Made the World Series
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Phillies Send 4-Word Message After Retirement Announcement
The 2025 MLB regular season is just over a quarter of the way complete. Around this time of year, teams begin eyeing the trade deadline for potential moves. Mid-season transactions often also include free agent signings, as unsigned players wait around for roster spots to open up whether via trade, injury or simply roster reshuffling. For veteran infielder Jean Segura, it has been nearly two years since he last appeared in a big league game. The two-time All-Star is now 35 years old, and is seemingly not on the radar of any MLB teams after posting a 49 OPS+ in his last stint with the Miami Marlins in 2023. Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Jean Segura (2) and shortstop Bryson Stott (5)© Bill Streicher-Imagn Images On Wednesday, Segura officially announced his retirement from baseball via his agency. Advertisement "Congratulations @elmambodesegura on an amazing career: 1,413 games, 1,545 hits, 211 stolen bases, 110 home runs, 2016 National League leader in hits, 2013 All-Star and 2018 All-Star," CAA Baseball wrote on Instagram. "Good luck in retirement!" Segura played for six MLB teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies who he went to the World Series with in 2022. Reacting to the news of his retirement, the Phillies posted a four-word comment. "Congratulations, Jean! Enjoy retirement," the team wrote. Segura spent four seasons in Philadelphia, posting .281 batting average in 427 games. His best season with the Phillies came in 2021 when he hit .290 while tallying 3.8 WAR. The right-handed hitting infielder finished his career with 1,545 hits and 737 runs scored. His two All-Star appearances came in 2013 with the Milwaukee Brewers and 2018 with the Seattle Mariners. Advertisement Related: Pirates Predicted to Make Trade After Paul Skenes News Related: Phillies' Bryce Harper Sends Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Message After $500 Million News
CBS News
22-05-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Former Philadelphia Phillies infielder Jean Segura retires after 12-year major league career
Jean Segura, a two-time All-Star infielder who hit .281 in a 12-year major league career with six teams, announced his retirement. Segura's announcement was made on social media Wednesday by his agent, CAA Sports, and the Philadelphia Phillies, for whom he played from 2019-22. The 35-year-old Segura last played in the major leagues in 2023, with the Miami Marlins. He was an All-Star in 2013 with the Milwaukee Brewers and 2018 with the Seattle Mariners. Segura led the National League with 203 hits in 2016, while with the Arizona Diamondbacks. He also played for the Los Angeles Angels. He lone postseason appearance was in 2022, with the Phillies. He finished his career with 1,545 hits, 513 RBIs, 110 home runs and 211 stolen bases in 1,413 games.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Jean Segura retires from MLB after 12 seasons, leaving behind a legacy with Phillies, Mariners, and Brewers
Jean Segura shocks MLB with sudden retirement, leaving behind a notable career across multiple franchises (Getty Images) After over a decade of consistency in MLB , Jean Segura has officially announced his retirement, drawing the curtain on a memorable 12-year career that took him across six franchises and left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike. Two-time All-Star Jean Segura retires The announcement was made through CAA Sports, Segura's agency, via Instagram on Wednesday. The post honored the 35-year-old infielder's accomplishments, stating, 'Congratulations to Jean Segura on an incredible MLB career.' With that, the baseball world took a moment to reflect on one of the game's most quietly impactful players. — MLB (@MLB) Segura's journey began with the Los Angeles Angels, but he soon found his rhythm during stints with the Milwaukee Brewers and Arizona Diamondbacks. It was in 2016, while donning a Diamondbacks uniform, that Segura reached peak form—leading the National League with 203 hits and notching a career-best 6.6 WAR. His consistency at the plate and relentless energy on the field made him a fan favorite and a nightmare for opposing pitchers. One of his most memorable chapters came during his two-season run with the Seattle Mariners from 2017 to 2018. Acquired in a blockbuster trade that also brought Mitch Haniger to Seattle, Segura quickly lived up to his nickname in the Pacific Northwest—'Jean, Jean, the hitting machine.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Đăng ký Undo He posted a .302 batting average, with 7.1 bWAR, and made the 2018 American League All-Star team. His three-run homer off Josh Hader in the All-Star Game that year remains one of the highlights of his Mariners tenure. Despite his individual brilliance, team success often eluded Segura. He reached the postseason only once, during the Philadelphia Phillies ' 2022 World Series run. Though the Phillies ultimately fell short against the Houston Astros, that playoff appearance was a long-overdue reward for a player who had consistently delivered throughout his career. His final stint in the majors came in 2023 with the Miami Marlins, closing out a career stat line that includes a .281 batting average, 1,545 hits, 110 home runs, 513 RBIs, 211 stolen bases, and an OPS of .729. For fans who followed him from Milwaukee to Miami, Jean Segura's career was never about flash. It was about reliability, heart, and a tireless work ethic. As he steps away from the game, the legacy he leaves behind is one of grit, grace, and a bat that never stopped swinging. Also Read: Why Juan Soto's effort against the Red Sox is raising eyebrows among fans, teammates and pundits alike Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
San Francisco Chronicle
22-05-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Two-time All-Star infielder Jean Segura retires after 12-year major league career
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jean Segura, a two-time All-Star infielder who hit .281 in a 12-year major league career with six teams, announced his retirement. Segura's announcement was made on social media Wednesday by his agent, CAA Sports, and the Philadelphia Phillies, for whom he played from 2019-22. The 35-year-old Segura last played in the major leagues in 2023, with the Miami Marlins. He was an All-Star in 2013 with the Milwaukee Brewers and 2018 with the Seattle Mariners. Segura led the National League with 203 hits in 2016, while with the Arizona Diamondbacks. He also played for the Los Angeles Angels. He lone postseason appearance was in 2022, with the Phillies. He finished his career with 1,545 hits, 513 RBIs, 110 home runs and 211 stolen bases in 1,413 games.
