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Josh Harrison Retires from MLB on 14th Anniversary of His Debut

The two-time All-Star utilityman who played every position except catcher closes a 13-season run highlighted by a .270 batting average plus versatile defense.

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

  • Harrison announced his retirement on May 31, 2025, exactly 14 years after making his major league debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
  • He spent eight seasons in Pittsburgh before turning journeyman, playing for the Detroit Tigers, Washington Nationals, Oakland Athletics, Chicago White Sox and Philadelphia Phillies through 2023.
  • Harrison appeared at every position other than catcher, concluding his career with a .270 batting average, 1,080 hits, 73 home runs and 91 stolen bases.
  • He earned All-Star selections in 2014 and 2017, finishing ninth in NL MVP voting during his standout 2014 season when he batted .315.
  • He closed his career after a brief 2024 comeback attempt with the Cincinnati Reds, opting out of his minor league contract during spring training.