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Hanser Alberto Retires From Professional Baseball After Eight MLB Seasons

His Instagram post caps a versatile run highlighted by a 2019 Orioles breakout, including occasional mop-up pitching for the Dodgers.

Overview

  • Alberto said he was retiring immediately in a post on Instagram this week.
  • The infielder logged parts of eight MLB seasons with the Rangers, Orioles, Royals, Dodgers, and White Sox.
  • He finished with 488 games, 378 hits, 22 home runs, and a .269/.292/.381 career batting line.
  • His peak came in 2019 with Baltimore, batting .305 with 12 homers and earning roughly 3.4 bWAR.
  • Known for versatility, he even pitched in low-leverage spots—including 10 outings for the 2022 Dodgers—and most recently played in Mexico and the Dominican Winter League before retiring.