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David Robertson Retires After 17 MLB Seasons, Last Active Player From Yankees’ 2009 Champions

The 40-year-old reliever says he will focus on his family, his farms and expanding the High Socks for Hope charity he co-founded.

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 03: David Robertson #30 of the New York Yankees celebrates the win over the Minnesota Twins during the American League Wild Card Game at Yankee Stadium on October 3, 2017 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
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Sep 5, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers relief pitcher David Robertson (37) pitches against the Los Angeles Angels during the game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Robertson announced his decision Friday on social media, closing a career that began with his 2008 debut for the Yankees.
  • His retirement leaves no active MLB players who have won a World Series as a New York Yankee; he was part of the 2009 title team.
  • Across 881 appearances with eight clubs, he posted a 2.93 ERA with 179 saves and 1,176 strikeouts, reaching the postseason in 10 seasons.
  • In 2025, his final year, he rejoined the Phillies midseason and appeared in 20 games, going 2-0 with a 4.08 ERA and two saves.
  • He won WBC gold with Team USA in 2017 and Olympic silver in 2021, and his retirement statement emphasized growing High Socks for Hope’s disaster-recovery work.