Rich Hill, 46, considers return to Major League Baseball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 12:10 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Rich Hill, a veteran pitcher who played for the Boston Red Sox, is open to returning to Major League Baseball at age 46. After a year off, Hill reflected on his long career, which included stints with the Red Sox from 2010 to 2012 and again in 2022 and 2024. Despite acknowledging the challenges of his age, he expressed hope inspired by other players, specifically mentioning Taylor Rogers. Hill's potential comeback raises questions about whether a team may seek his experience, especially during injury crises later in the season.
- •Rich Hill played for 21 years, primarily with the Red Sox.
- •He returned to the Red Sox in 2022 and again in 2024.
- •Hill is considering a comeback after a year off.
- •He noted inspiration from player Taylor Rogers.
- •A team could call on his experience in a pinch as the season progresses.
- 12:10 PMYahoo Sports — 46-Year-Old Ex-Red Sox Pitcher Open to Return to Major League Baseball
"The veteran would be making a comeback after a year off.
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