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Ross Stripling Retires After Nine Seasons in MLB

The 35-year-old pitcher, an All-Star with the Dodgers in 2018, announced his decision following his release from the Royals this spring.

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 08: Ross Stripling #36 of the Oakland Athletics pitches against the Detroit Tigers in the top of the eighth inning at the Oakland Coliseum on September 8, 2024 in Oakland California.
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Aug 6, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics pitcher Ross Stripling (36) pitches during the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Ross Stripling announced his retirement at age 35, concluding a nine-season MLB career with the Dodgers, Blue Jays, Giants, and Athletics.
  • He earned an All-Star selection in 2018 with the Dodgers and was known for his versatility as both a starter and reliever.
  • Stripling achieved career highs in wins (10) and innings pitched (134.1) during a standout 2022 season with the Blue Jays.
  • His career stats include a 40-54 record, 4.17 ERA, and 741 strikeouts across 846.1 innings in 248 appearances.
  • After signing a minor-league deal with the Royals this spring, he requested his release upon failing to make the Opening Day roster.