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Josh Harrison announces retirement, plans ceremony with Pirates on August 7

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Josh Harrison announces retirement, plans ceremony with Pirates on August 7

Summary

Josh Harrison, a former infielder for the Philadelphia Phillies, has officially announced his retirement after a 16-year MLB career. Harrison played his final season with the Phillies in 2023 and is set to retire with the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he spent eight seasons. The retirement ceremony will take place on August 7, featuring a press conference and an on-field tribute during a game. Harrison was a two-time All-Star and played with eight different organizations throughout his career, totaling more than 1,200 games.

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By the Numbers

•Harrison played with the Phillies in 2023 before retiring.
•He will retire officially with the Pirates on August 7.
•Harrison is a two-time All-Star with a.272 career batting average.
•He played more than 1,200 games in his MLB career.
•Ceremony includes a T-shirt giveaway and first pitch event.

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Former Phillies Infielder, 2-Time All-Star, Announces Official Retirement

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The Philadelphia Phillies have received news that a two-time NL MVP will officially retire after playing his final season with the team.
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