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Nick Ahmed Announces Retirement After 15 Professional Seasons

Expressing appreciation for every organization that shaped his career, Ahmed said he looks forward to pursuing new opportunities off the field.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: Nick Ahmed #12 of the Los Angeles Dodgers looks on against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Dodger Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Jul 25, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Nick Ahmed (12) runs after hitting a solo home run against the San Francisco Giants during the eighth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

Overview

  • Ahmed announced his retirement on July 24 via social media, declaring that he was officially hanging up his spikes after fulfilling his childhood dream.
  • He spent ten seasons with the Arizona Diamondbacks following his selection by the Atlanta Braves in the second round of the 2011 MLB Draft out of UConn.
  • Ahmed split the 2024 campaign among the San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres before appearing in five games with the Texas Rangers this season.
  • He was honored with Rawlings Gold Glove Awards in 2018 and 2019 for his standout defensive play at shortstop.
  • Over 964 major league games, Ahmed compiled a .233 batting average with 72 home runs and 339 RBIs.