Matt Beaty, former Dodgers utility player, retires at 33

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:34 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Matt Beaty, former Dodgers utility player, retires at 33
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Matt Beaty announced his retirement from professional baseball via Instagram on August 25, 2026. The 33-year-old played in Major League Baseball for five seasons, prominently with the Los Angeles Dodgers from 2019 to 2021. He achieved significant milestones in his rookie year and was part of the 2020 World Series championship team. After dealing with injuries and bouncing between several teams, including the Padres and the Diamondbacks, Beaty concluded his playing career after failing to find a new opportunity. His retirement reflects a decision made after considerable personal reflection.

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  • Beaty last played in 2024 in the Diamondbacks' minor league system.
  • He batted.247 with 18 home runs and 96 RBIs over his MLB career.
  • Beaty's retirement ends a five-season MLB run marked by injury struggles.
  • He was part of the Dodgers' 2020 championship team.
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The veteran of five MLB seasons last played in 2024.

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