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Aroldis Chapman Rules Out Yankees Return, Says He’d Retire First

He cited "disrespect" from team leadership tied to his 2022 exit after missing a postseason workout.

Aroldis Chapman spent parts of seven seasons with the Yankees.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 02: Aroldis Chapman #44 of the Boston Red Sox looks on from the dugout during the ninth inning against the New York Yankees in game three of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on October 02, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Overview

  • In a Swing Completo podcast interview, the Red Sox closer said he would retire on the spot rather than play for the Yankees again.
  • Chapman said his issues were with the Yankees' decision-makers and not with teammates or manager Aaron Boone.
  • He dominated in 2025 for Boston with a 1.17 ERA, 85 strikeouts in 61.1 innings and 32 saves.
  • The 37-year-old secured a reported $13.3 million extension for 2026 with a 2027 vesting option, reinforcing that a Bronx reunion is unlikely.
  • His Yankees tenure ended poorly in 2022 when he was left off the ALDS roster after missing a mandatory workout, which Boone said lacked an acceptable excuse.