Blue Jays outfielder and four-time Gold Glove winner Kevin Kiermaier said Wednesday night he intends to retire at the end of the season.
TORONTO —
“I’m more than happy,” Kiermaier said after a 6-3 win over Tampa Bay. “I’m at peace with my decision. The year is not over yet. Who knows what’s left in store?” “He’s the ultimate professional,” Blue Jays manager John Schneider said. “He’s meant a lot to this group. He’s probably one of the best center fielders of this era.”
“Playing on this turf all these years, it’s beat me up,” Kiermaier said, citing back and hip pain among the injuries he’s had to manage this season.Kiermaier and his wife are expecting their third child in December, and the veteran outfielder said he’s excited to be a full-time father for a while after he finishes playing.
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