Jesse Chavez retires a week after getting DFA'd by Braves
The 41-year-old right-hander announced his retirement from baseball after 18 big league seasons during an appearance on 'Foul Territory' on Thursday.
'As of now, I don't think we're going to keep going,' Chavez said. 'I think this is it. Time to turn the page and focus on the next chapter of life.'
Atlanta Braves pitcher Jesse Chavez throws to an Athletics batter during the second inning of a baseball game on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif.
AP
Chavez's retirement comes two weeks after he was designated for assignment by the Braves.
Over his long career, Chavez played for nine teams, including three stints in Atlanta, two with the Blue Jays, Angels, Rangers and Cubs, in addition to stops with the Pirates, Royals, A's and Dodgers.
Chavez made 657 appearances (85 starts) over his career, posting a 51-66 record with nine saves, 76 holds and a 4.27 ERA after being drafted in the 42nd round in the 2002 MLB Draft by Texas.
In 2021, Chavez had a 0.00 ERA in seven postseason outings for the Braves en route to a World Series title.
Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Jesse Chavez works against the Texas Rangers during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 11, 2015, in Arlington, Texas.
AP
Chavez appeared in just four games this season with the Braves, allowing eight earned runs over eight innings before being let go.
He was traded 10 times over his career and is believed to be the most-dealt player in big league history.
'This has been a great ride. Way more than I expected for a 42nd-round draft pick,' Chavez said. 'I was given a gift. I understood that. It was, 'How can I make it last?
'How can I keep it going for this long?''
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