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Jason Heyward announced his retirement after 16 MLB seasons with the Braves, Cubs, Dodgers and Padres, saying he’s grateful to have lived his dream. A first-round pick who debuted in 2010, Heyward earned five Gold Gloves, helped the Cubs break their 108-year championship drought, and finished his career with a .255 batting average, 186 home runs in 1,824 games and 45 postseason appearances.
Jason Heyward retires after a 16-year MLB career with six teams, highlighted by a 2016 World Series title with the Cubs and five Gold Glove awards; he plans to mentor youth through the Jason Heyward Baseball Academy and remain connected to the game.
Jason Heyward, a five-time Gold Glove outfielder and 2016 World Series champion, announced his retirement after 16 MLB seasons. Debuting with the Braves in 2010, he later starred for the Cardinals and Cubs, signed a record eight-year, $184 million Cubs contract, and finished with a late-career resurgence with the Dodgers before a 2025 Padres release. Renowned for elite defense (159 Defensive Runs Saved), he ends with a .255/.306/.408 line, 186 homers, 126 steals, 306 doubles, 41 triples, 879 runs and 730 RBI, plus 34.8 FanGraphs WAR and 41.2 Baseball-Reference WAR, earning over $211 million. He’ll pursue mentoring and other roles in baseball going forward.
The San Diego Padres have designated Jason Heyward for assignment, meaning they are removing him from their roster to potentially release or trade him.
Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw is nearing a return to the major leagues after a successful rehab start, with a potential debut shortly after the All-Star break. Outfielder Jason Heyward is also set to return without a rehab assignment, and Mookie Betts is making progress in his recovery from a fractured hand, expected back in August. The Dodgers are looking to bolster their rotation and outfield as they navigate injuries and underperformance.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are close to re-signing outfielder Jason Heyward to a one-year, $9 million deal pending a physical. Heyward had a strong season at the plate and continued to be an above-average defender in the outfield. His return could allow Mookie Betts to spend more time in the infield, providing flexibility for the Dodgers' lineup. The team may still pursue additional outfield help but has primarily focused on starting pitching. With Heyward's signing, the Dodgers have around $70 million before reaching the luxury tax threshold and maintain long-term flexibility.
Jason Heyward has experienced a career resurgence with the Los Angeles Dodgers, becoming a leader in the clubhouse and posting his best offensive season since 2019. The Dodgers are also focusing on expanding Amed Rosario's versatility by giving him starts at second base. In prospect news, Dalton Rushing has surpassed Diego Cartaya as the top-ranked catching prospect for the Dodgers.
In fantasy baseball, Jason Heyward of the Los Angeles Dodgers is a recommended pickup as he has been performing well with a new swing, hitting .258/.353/.479 with eight homers, two steals, and 32 runs scored. Additionally, Ryne Nelson of the Arizona Diamondbacks is a viable starting pitcher option, showing improvement in his last two starts with a 1.26 ERA, 0.63 WHIP, and 12/3 K/BB ratio over 14 ⅓ innings. Nelson will face the Mets in a pitcher-friendly ballpark, making him a good streaming option before the All-Star break.
The Dodgers offense broke out for their third win of the season, with James Outman hitting two triples and Jason Heyward contributing a 2-run home run. Rookie Michael Grove got his first start of the season and gave the Dodgers what they needed. Miguel Vargas was hit by a pitch but stayed in the game. The Dodgers wrap up their first homestand of 2023 by sending Julio Urias to the mound for his second start of the season.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed right-hander Ryan Pepiot on the injured list with a left oblique strain, just days after he won the final rotation spot. Fellow righty Michael Grove will take his place on the roster. Outfielder Jason Heyward has had his contract selected, with infielder Gavin Lux going on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move.