Liam Hendriks announces retirement after playing career in MLB
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Liam Hendriks has retired from professional baseball, announcing his decision on Tuesday. The three-time All-Star reliever is known for overcoming non-Hodgkin lymphoma to return to the major leagues. Hendriks played for multiple teams during his lengthy career, making significant contributions as a late-inning option. His journey has been inspirational, highlighting resilience and determination in sports.
- •Hendriks announced his retirement on September 30, 2026.
- •He is a three-time All-Star reliever.
- •He overcame non-Hodgkin lymphoma to return to baseball.
- •Hendriks played for several teams in the MLB.
- 2:02 AMESPN MLB — Hendriks, 3-time All-Star who overcame cancer, retires after long MLB run
"Liam Hendriks, a three-time All-Star reliever who overcame non-Hodgkin lymphoma to return to the big leagues, has retired, he announced Tuesday.
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