Kevin Pillar Retires After 13 MLB Seasons with 10 Teams

Kevin Pillar, a well-traveled MLB outfielder who played 13 seasons across 10 different teams, announced his retirement from professional baseball in mid-2025. Pillar, known for his defense and resilience despite injuries, spent his final season with the Texas Rangers, where he made the Opening Day roster but was later designated for assignment after struggling at the plate. Over his career, he compiled a .255/.293/.405 batting line with 114 home runs and 111 stolen bases, including a notable seven-year stint with the Toronto Blue Jays. Pillar expressed relief at retiring, emphasizing the stress of baseball failures outweighed the enjoyment of success, and is now focused on family and new pursuits. Similarly, longtime catcher Tucker Barnhart, who reached 10 years of MLB service and played for multiple teams including the Detroit Tigers and Chicago Cubs, also announced his retirement after a brief 2025 stint with the Rangers. Both players leave behind solid legacies of perseverance and contributions to their teams over more than a decade in the majors.