Tue Apr 01 15:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Veteran Pitcher Lance Lynn Announces Retirement
**ST. LOUIS, MO – April 1, 2025** – Longtime Major League Baseball pitcher Lance Lynn announced his retirement today during an episode of his podcast, “Dymin in the Rough,” with his wife. Lynn, 37, concluded his career with the St. Louis Cardinals, where he spent the majority of his early years and finished his final season.
Lynn’s final season saw him post a 3.84 ERA and 4.40 SIERA over 117 1/3 innings, contributing to a 15-8 record for the Cardinals in his starts. This marked a fitting end to his career, returning to the team that drafted him in the first round in 2008. He made his MLB debut in 2011 and quickly became a key component of the Cardinals’ bullpen, helping them to a World Series victory.
Transitioning to a starting role, Lynn became an All-Star in 2012. Over six seasons in St. Louis (2011-17), he accumulated nearly 1,000 innings pitched, compiling a 72-47 record, 3.38 ERA, and 3.94 SIERA. He later played for the Minnesota Twins, New York Yankees, Texas Rangers, Chicago White Sox, and Los Angeles Dodgers before returning to St. Louis. While experiencing some inconsistent seasons, he also had several standout years, receiving Cy Young Award votes from 2019-21, finishing fifth, sixth, and third respectively. He was also an All-Star in 2021, posting a career-best 2.69 ERA.
Over his career, Lynn pitched over 2,000 innings, recorded over 2,000 strikeouts, and finished with a 3.74 ERA and 143 wins. While speculation existed about potential offers from other teams, Lynn stated definitively he was retiring from professional baseball. His decision surprised some, given his experience and track record. Lynn’s contributions to the sport and his generally positive image have earned him widespread respect among fans and colleagues.
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