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All-Star Left-Hander Alex Wood Retires After 12 Major League Seasons

Announcing his retirement via Instagram, Wood reflected on his career achievements in a gratitude-filled message.

Dave Roberts #30 of the Los Angeles Dodgers visits pitcher Alex Wood #57 during the fifth inning against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium on September 3, 2018 in Los Angeles.
May 12, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Alex Wood (57) pitches to the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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Overview

  • On August 8, Wood announced his decision to retire via an Instagram post that expressed gratitude to teammates, coaches, family and fans.
  • The 34-year-old finished his career with a 77-68 record, a 3.78 ERA in 278 games (211 starts) and seven postseason appearances.
  • Wood was named an All-Star in 2017 and contributed four scoreless innings in the Dodgers’ 2020 World Series victory.
  • Drafted in the second round by the Braves in 2012 out of the University of Georgia, he pitched for Atlanta, Los Angeles, Cincinnati, San Francisco and Oakland.
  • His final MLB outing came with the 2024 Athletics, where a 1-3 record and 5.26 ERA in nine starts preceded season-ending shoulder surgery.