Merrifield Retires After Twice Leading MLB in Hits over His 9 Seasons

Whit Merrifield retires after nine seasons

Whit Merrifield is retiring after a nine-season career that included twice leading the MLB in hits and three trips to the All-Star Game.

‘Sorry I stunk for you:’ Whit Merrifield retires after twice leading MLB in hits over his 9 seasons

Whit Merrifield is retiring after a nine-season career that included twice leading the MLB in hits and three trips to the All-Star Game. The 36-year-old posted on social media that the birth of his daughter last year played a role in the decision. Merrifield, a utilityman whose career began with Kansas City, was granted free agency after finishing last season with Atlanta. He didn’t play in 2025. “At this point in my life, I’d much rather chase …

Merrifield retires after twice leading MLB in hits over his 9 seasons

Whit Merrifield is retiring after a nine-season career that included twice leading the major leagues in hits and three trips to the All-Star Game. The 36-year-old posted on social media that the birth of his daughter last year played a…

Whit Merrifield Apologizes to Phillies During Retirement Announcement: 'Sorry I Stunk'

The utility player only spent half a season in Philadelphia during his nine-year MLB career.

3-Time All-Star Whit Merrifield Makes Decision on His Future

Former Kansas City Royals infielder Whit Merrifield announces retirement

Whit Merrifield is retiring after a nine-season career that included twice leading the MLB in hits and three trips to the All-Star Game. The 36-year-old posted on social media that the birth of his daughter last year played a role in the decision. Merrifield, a utilityman whose career began with Kansas City, was granted free agency after finishing last season with Atlanta. He didn’t play in 2025. “At this point in my life, I’d much rather chase …