Yankees infielder Jon Berti retires during playoff push
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:36 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Jon Berti announced his retirement from professional baseball after over 15 years in the sport. The former Yankees infielder made the announcement via social media, reflecting on his journey in baseball. Berti, 36, had a brief tenure with the Yankees in 2024, contributing to the team as a versatile player during the postseason. His career included stints with the Toronto Blue Jays, Miami Marlins, and Chicago Cubs, finishing with a.256 batting average, 24 home runs, and 108 stolen bases. The Yankees are currently focused on their playoff pursuit, standing at 69-55 and 5.5 games behind in the AL East.
- •Jon Berti announces retirement after over 15 years in baseball.
- •He played a key role in the Yankees' 2024 postseason run.
- •Berti's career included time with multiple major league teams.
- •Yankees currently navigating playoff push, standing at 69-55.
- •Berti hit.273 in 25 games with the Yankees in 2024.
- 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees Former Infielder Announces Retirement Amid Playoff Push
"The New York Yankees received an official update as a former three-team trade prize suddenly ended his career.
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