# Liam Hendriks Retires After 14 Seasons

> Liam Hendriks retires from MLB after 14 seasons with arm and elbow limits.
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## Retirement Announcement
Liam Hendriks announced his retirement on Tuesday via Instagram.

> After years of staring down hitters, I have decided to officially retire from Major League Baseball
## Career Statistics
Hendriks spent 14 seasons in MLB with a career 3.88 ERA across 490 games and 663 2/3 innings.
## All-Star Recognition
Hendriks was a three-time All-Star and won the AL Reliever of the Year Award in two straight years from 2020-21.
## Health Challenges
Hendriks diagnosed with Stage 4 Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma in January 2023 but returned to pitching that summer.
## Post-Career Impact
Hendriks started Hendriks’ Heroes nonprofit supporting cancer research, animal rescue, and veteran support.
## Final Season
Hendriks underwent Tommy John surgery in August 2025 but pitched 14 more games with the Red Sox.
## Key takeaway

Liam Hendriks retires from MLB after 14 seasons due to arm and elbow injuries.