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Kevin Kiermaier Joins Blue Jays as Special Assistant After Retirement

The four-time Gold Glove winner aims to mentor outfielders across the organization following his World Series win with the Dodgers.

Oct 24, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Kevin Kiermaier (93) during the team workout prior to game one of the World Series against the New York Yankees at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File Photo
Howie Kendrick #47 of the Los Angeles Angels turns a double play in front of Kevin Kiermaier #39 of the Tampa Bay Rays during the fifth inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on May 17, 2014 in Anaheim.
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Overview

  • Kevin Kiermaier, a 12-year MLB veteran and four-time Gold Glove-winning center fielder, has retired and joined the Toronto Blue Jays as a special assistant.
  • Kiermaier capped his playing career with a World Series victory as a member of the 2024 Los Angeles Dodgers after being traded from the Blue Jays mid-season.
  • In his new role, Kiermaier will focus on coaching outfielders across the Blue Jays organization, leveraging his defensive expertise and experience.
  • Kiermaier expressed his enthusiasm for the position, calling it a 'dream job' and emphasizing his commitment to helping players improve defensively.
  • He will begin working with the Blue Jays during Spring Training in Dunedin, Florida, and plans to visit the club’s minor league affiliates throughout the season.