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Veteran Catcher Martín Maldonado Retires After 15 MLB Seasons

His Instagram announcement caps a defense-first career defined by a 2017 Gold Glove, with a 2022 Astros title on his résumé.

Jun 24, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres catcher Martin Maldonado (15) hits a one-run home run during the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - May 21: Mike Trout #27 of the Los Angeles Angels and Martin Maldonado #12 of the Los Angeles Angels in the dugout preparing to bat during the Los Angeles Angeles Vs New York Mets regular season MLB game at Citi Field on May 21, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The 39-year-old shared a 3½-minute video and message thanking family, teammates, coaches and fans.
  • He appeared in 1,230 MLB games with seven teams, most prominently with the Astros after early years with the Brewers and Angels.
  • He served as a clubhouse leader on Houston’s 2022 World Series team and previously won the AL Gold Glove in 2017.
  • In 2025 with the Padres, he was designated for assignment on July 31, released, re-signed to a minor-league deal before the postseason, and finished on the active roster without appearing in postseason games.
  • He retires with a .203 batting average, 119 home runs and 384 RBIs, renowned for game-calling, pitcher mentorship and catching multiple no-hitters.