Whit Merrifield

Whit Merrifield announced his retirement from professional baseball after nine seasons.

Merrifield officially hangs up his spikes after a nine-year career in the big leagues from 2016-2024. The 36-year-old went from unheralded prospect to a three-time All-Star with the Royals before spending the final three seasons of his career between the Blue Jays, Phillies and Braves. He steps away with 1,249 hits, 94 home runs and 218 stolen bases across 1,147 career games.