Former Cardinal Kyle Gibson Retires After 13 Years in the MLB
In a surprising announcement, former Cardinal pitcher Kyle Gibson has officially retired from professional baseball. After spending 13 years on the mound, Gibson has decided to hang up his cleats and move on to the next chapter of his life.
Decision Made Official on Serving It Up Podcast
Gibson made his retirement decision official during an appearance on the Serving It Up podcast on Thursday afternoon. This comes just a few weeks after he opted out of his contract with the Tampa Bay Rays.
From Draft Pick to All-Star
Gibson was originally selected with the 22nd overall pick in the first round of the 2009 MLB Draft by the Minnesota Twins. He made his debut with the team in 2013 and spent the first six seasons of his career in the Twin Cities.
Free Agency and a Career Highlight
After the 2019 season, Gibson tested the free agency waters and ultimately signed a three-year deal with the Texas Rangers. He was then selected to his first and only All-Star Game in 2021 as a member of the Rangers. However, he was later traded to the Philadelphia Phillies at the 2021 trade deadline.
A Legacy to Remember
Gibson may be retiring, but his legacy in the MLB will not be forgotten. The right-handed pitcher from Greenfield, Indiana has left a lasting impact on the teams he played for and the fans who cheered him on. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.
Former Cardinal Kyle Gibson Retires After 13 Years in the MLB
After a successful 13-year career on the mound, former Cardinal Kyle Gibson has announced his retirement. The right-handed pitcher made his decision official on the Serving It Up podcast, marking the end of his time in the major leagues.
Gibson’s retirement comes just a month after he opted out of his contract with the Tampa Bay Rays. He was originally selected by the Minnesota Twins with the 22nd overall pick in the 2009 MLB Draft and made his debut with the team in 2013.
The Indiana native spent the first six seasons of his career with the Twins before becoming a free agent in 2019. He then signed a three-year deal with the Texas Rangers and was selected to his only All-Star Game in 2021 as a member of the team. However, he was later traded to the Philadelphia Phillies at the 2021 trade deadline.
In 2022, Gibson joined the Baltimore Orioles and then the St. Louis Cardinals for one season each. He also had brief stints with the Orioles and Rays on minor league deals before ultimately deciding to retire.
Throughout his career, Gibson amassed a record of 112-111, a 4.60 earned run average, and 1,520 strikeouts. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work and dedication to the game of baseball.
