Longtime Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright announces retirement after 18 seasons

Wainwright pitched his final game on September 26, 2023, a 1-0 win over the Brewers.
The 42-year-old threw 7 innings of 4-hit ball in his last start.
Wainwright expressed satisfaction with his decision to retire and gratitude for his long career.
The right-hander won 167 games for the Cardinals across 18 seasons.
Manager Oliver Marmol praised Wainwright's final outing as a fitting end to his career.