Tyler Wade retires from baseball one day before Yankees' postseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 8:52 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Tyler Wade, a former infielder for the New York Yankees, announced his retirement from baseball on September 28, 2026, just one day before the Yankees begin their postseason against the Boston Red Sox. Wade, who spent parts of nine seasons in the majors, expressed gratitude toward the Yankees in his retirement message, highlighting his long-standing dream of playing in the major leagues. He was drafted by the Yankees in 2013 and made his debut in 2017, playing a versatile role on the team. Wade last appeared in the majors in 2025 with the San Diego Padres, and his career saw him move through multiple organizations after leaving the Yankees.
- •Wade announced retirement on September 28, 2026.
- •Played nine seasons in MLB, debuting in 2017.
- •Had most productive season in 2021, with 103 games played.
- •Last played for the San Diego Padres in 2025.
- •Yankees prepare for playoff series against the Red Sox.
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"The New York Yankees’ longtime second baseman and outfielder sent a retirement message to “the best franchise in all of sports.”
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