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07-07-2025
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Nick Castellanos Sends Heartfelt Message to Phillies' Freddy Galvis After Retirement Decision
Nick Castellanos Sends Heartfelt Message to Phillies' Freddy Galvis After Retirement Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Former Philadelphia Phillies infielder Freddy Galvis announced his retirement last week, a decision that likely wasn't an easy one for the former fan favorite. Advertisement Galvis, only 35 years old, had a very successful 10-year MLB career. While nothing jumped off the page throughout his career, being in Major League Baseball for 10 seasons just goes to show the type of player he was. There were periods throughout his career when he performed at a significantly higher level, including 2019, when he hit 23 home runs. He appeared in games for the Toronto Blue Jays and Cincinnati Reds that season. From 2012 to 2017, he was a member of the Phillies and played in 162 games in his final season, hitting 12 home runs, 29 doubles, and driving in 61. He crossed paths with other Phillies players throughout his career on other teams, including Nick Castellanos with the Reds. In the 2020 campaign with the Reds, the COVID season, Castellanos and Galvis were teammates. Advertisement Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos (8) looks on against the St. Louis Cardinals in the third inning at Citizens Bank Ross-Imagn Images They finished 31-29 in that season, good for third in the National League Central. While that season didn't go as planned, it seems like Galvis made a mark on Castellano's, evident by his recent comments, according to On Pattison. "Very routine-oriented, worked really hard, never made excuses. Never took out his own struggles on anybody else. Just somebody that I really enjoyed going to work with every day," Castellanos said. "You really deserve it. Hell of a baseball player. You did everything the right way, and enjoy," Castellanos said. Players like Castellanos understand what it takes to show up every single day and be a professional. Advertisement While Castellanos has had a better career, Galvis has done everything he possibly could, and it was impressive to watch. Related: Phillies' Dave Dombrowski Calls Out Lack of Worthwhile Players Available Ahead of MLB Trade Deadline This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
05-07-2025
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- Newsweek
Longtime Phillies Shortstop Officially Retires After 19 Years in Professional Baseball
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Former Phillies shortstop Freddy Galvis announced his retirement from baseball on his Instagram. Galvis spent seven seasons with the Phillies and made his debut with the team in 2012. "What was once a dream has come true, and now it's over," Galvis wrote on Instagram, accompanied by a highlight reel. "After 19 years in professional baseball, my baseball career is coming to an end. Thanks to all my family and friends who have always supported me throughout these years. Thanks to all the coaches who helped me achieve my dream since I was a child. Thanks to the various organizations that gave me the opportunity to represent their jerseys." PHILADELPHIA, PA - JUNE 04: Shortstop Freddy Galvis #13 of the Philadelphia Phillies leaps over Joe Panik #12 of the San Francisco Giants after getting the force out at second base on a ball hit... PHILADELPHIA, PA - JUNE 04: Shortstop Freddy Galvis #13 of the Philadelphia Phillies leaps over Joe Panik #12 of the San Francisco Giants after getting the force out at second base on a ball hit by Orlando Calixte #46 during the eighth inning of a game at Citizens Bank Park on June 4, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Giants 9-7. MoreGalvis started 613 games for the Phillies in his career. He played 508 games as a shortstop for the organization. He was never known for his offense, but recorded a plus-25 outs above average since 2016, which is when Baseball Savant started tracking data. Galvis also played for the San Diego Padres, Toronto Blue Jays, Cincinnati Reds and Baltimore Orioles in his big league career. He played his final big league game with the Phillies in 2021. He has played professional baseball all over the world. He has played in the Venezuelan Winter League, Caribbean Series, Nippon Professional Baseball and Mexican League. He finished his MLB career with a .246/.292/.387 slash line, 109 home runs, 426 RBIs and 57 stolen bases. Galvis may not go down as a legend in Phillies history, but he was a staple of their team for the greater part of the 2010s. More MLB: Mets Land Red Sox Superstar Alex Bregman in Blockbuster Trade Scenario
Yahoo
05-07-2025
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Phillies' defensive star announces retirement after a decade in MLB
Two separate stints in Philadelphia earned Freddy Galvis recognition as a stellar shortstop defender. And with plenty of MLB action in between, he was a steady veteran for a long time. On Friday, Galvis announced his retirement in an Instagram post. Advertisement He came to the Philadelphia organization in 2006 as an international signee out of Venezuela. He climbed the ladder to make his MLB debut in 2012 at the age of 22. He would play seven seasons total for the Phillies, and he'd also spend time with the Reds, Padres, Blue Jays and Orioles. MORE: 3 Cubs have had 3-HR games vs. Cardinals, and all 3 were on 4th of July Galvis wasn't always a great hitter, although he had a 20 homer season in 2016 for the Phillies and a 23 homer season for the Blue Jays/Reds in 2019. His glove was what allowed him to stick around. He had positives in Defensive Runs Saved, Ultimate Zone Rating and Outs Above Average for his career, and he was a Gold Glove finalist three consecutive years from 2016-2018. Advertisement Galvis left MLB following the 2021 season to play in Japan, then in Mexico, and then in the Venezuelan Winter League. And now, his cleats and that wonderful glove have been hung up for good. MORE MLB NEWS:
