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San Francisco Giants All-Star catcher Buster Posey officially announced his retirement Thursday, releasing a heartfelt statement.
Buster Posey was extremely candid and CBS Sports detailed why he chose now to walk away from the game he loves. He talked about wanting to spend more time with his family. He also explained how much more difficult the sport has become physically as he has got older.
It is admirable and refreshing to see a professional athlete walk away for such reasons.
Following Posey's statement, the Giants organization posted their appreciation on Twitter.
After 12 years with the #SFGiants, Buster Posey has announced he is retiring from baseball.
Thank you for everything, Buster! #ForeverGiant pic.twitter.com/6pU59Tj3nH
— SFGiants (@SFGiants) November 4, 2021
Posey also showed his appreciation for the Giants organization, saying “It doesn't take long to realize that some organizations are better than others. This is a first-class organization.”
He went on to say, “To the fans, thank you for all your support I received the last 13 seasons. I look forward to creating new memories of my own and sharing them with family and friends as I pull for the Giants the rest of my life.”
Posey found the fountain of youth in 2021. After opting out of the 2020 season due to COVID complications, he had a resurgent season for the Giants.
Posey batted .304 with 18 home runs this year, helping lead the Giants to an MLB-best 107 wins. This was arguably his best season since 2015 when he hit .318 with 19 home runs.
Buster Posey joined Pete Rose as the only players in Major League Baseball history to win Rookie of the Year, League MVP, and three World Series titles.
He also ends his career as one of only six players to hit over .300 in his final season during the divisional era (since 1969). The other names are David Ortiz, Will Clark, Kirby Puckett, Lou Brock, and Roberto Clemente. Not bad company.
