Matt Barnes Retires After 11 Seasons in Major League Baseball

Matt Barnes, a former pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Sunday via an Instagram post, reflecting on his 11-year career that began in Boston.

Drafted by the Red Sox in 2011 from the University of Connecticut, Barnes made his MLB debut in 2014 and spent nine seasons with the team, playing a key role in their 2018 World Series victory and earning an All-Star selection in 2021.

After his tenure with Boston, he concluded his career with the Miami Marlins and Washington Nationals, making his last major league appearance in the 2024 season. His retirement coincided with a Red Sox game where they lost to the Athletics, marking the end of a career that significantly impacted the franchise.