Retirement

Rod Carew announces his retirement at the age of 40

ByThis Day in Baseball June 2, 1986September 15, 2024

On June 2, 1986, future Hall of Famer Rod Carew announces his retirement at the age of 40. Carew leaves the game with a .328 batting mark, compiled over 19 years in the major leagues. The former Minnesota Twins’ and California Angels’ infielder will gain election to the Hall of Fame in 1991…

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Day: June 2, 1986

Rod Carew announces his retirement at the age of 40

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