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Josh Harrison Retires After 13 MLB Seasons on Debut Anniversary

His farewell post credited family, teammates, baseball for shaping a 13-season career across six MLB teams

Jul 1, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Josh Harrison (2) throws to first against the Washington Nationals in the second inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JULY 24: Josh Harrison #2 of the Philadelphia Phillies bats against the Baltimore Orioles at Citizens Bank Park on July 24, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • Josh Harrison officially announced his retirement on May 31, 2025, exactly 14 years after his major league debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
  • Over 1,208 games, Harrison compiled a .270 batting average, 73 home runs and 1,080 hits while playing every position except catcher.
  • He earned All-Star selections in 2014 and 2017 and finished ninth in National League MVP voting following a .315 average season in 2014.
  • After his final MLB appearance with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2023, Harrison attempted a comeback with the Cincinnati Reds but opted out of his minor league deal in spring training 2024.
  • In his social media retirement announcement, he expressed gratitude to his family, former teams and baseball for fostering his growth on and off the field.