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Brett Phillips Retires After 13 Seasons in Professional Baseball

He signals plans to stay in the sport in a post-playing role.

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 15: Brett Phillips #1 of the Chicago White Sox runs across the field during the Spring Training game against the Chicago Cubs at Camelback Ranch on March 15, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Phillips announced his immediate retirement Sunday in an Instagram video after 13 professional seasons.
  • He is most remembered for the Rays’ walk-off hit in Game 4 of the 2020 World Series and his airplane celebration.
  • He logged parts of seven MLB seasons with the Brewers, Royals, Rays, Orioles and Angels, with his last big-league games in 2023 before a 2025 stint with Kane County.
  • He attempted a pitching conversion in 2024 with a Yankees minor-league deal, making one appearance for Class-A Tampa without recording an out.
  • His MLB career closed with a .187/.272/.347 slash line, 31 home runs and 971 plate appearances, plus strong outfield defense and a fan-favorite profile.