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Matt Barnes announces retirement amid ongoing Red Sox season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Matt Barnes announces retirement amid ongoing Red Sox season
Summary

Matt Barnes, a former All-Star pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, has officially announced his retirement from baseball. The announcement comes as the Red Sox navigate a challenging 2026 season. Barnes played a significant role during his nine seasons with the team, highlighted by a 2018 World Series championship. He had not pitched in affiliate baseball since becoming a free agent in May 2024, indicating a notable decline in his playing career. In his retirement message, he expressed gratitude for the opportunities the Red Sox provided him throughout his career.

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  • •Barnes spent nine seasons with the Red Sox.
  • •He won a World Series with Boston in 2018.
  • •Barnes last pitched in May 2024 and elected free agency after that.
  • •He made the All-Star team in 2021 with a 3.75 ERA over 60 appearances.
  • •Barnes announced his retirement in a personal message on social media.
Latest Updates
  • 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Former Red Sox All-Star, World Series Champion Officially Ends Career In Middle Of Season
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The Boston Red Sox received an update on a nine-year veteran who played a key role on the team for many years.

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