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Miles Mikolas celebrates 10 years in MLB with unique request

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:52 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Miles Mikolas celebrates 10 years in MLB with unique request
Summary

Miles Mikolas of the Washington Nationals reached a significant milestone on August 6, 2026, marking 10 years of service time in Major League Baseball. To commemorate this achievement, he requested a custom belt buckle. Mikolas, 37, has shown resilience throughout his career, including a stint pitching in Japan before returning to the MLB. Despite his struggles in the current season, achieving a decade in the league secures Mikolas substantial financial benefits from the MLB pension program, potentially reaching $220,000 annually upon retirement.

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  • •Mikolas celebrates 10 years in MLB on August 6, 2026.
  • •He requested a commemorative belt buckle for the milestone.
  • •Mikolas had a notable career, including a three-year stint in Japan.
  • •Achieving this milestone qualifies him for maximum MLB pension benefits.
  • •His effectiveness in 2026 raises questions about his future in the league.
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Nationals vet Miles Mikolas reached an impressive career milestone on Thursday, and he commemorated it with a unique request.

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