# Yates makes final MLB appearance

> Kirby Yates ends 12-season MLB career with historic final start.
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- Summary: Kirby Yates ends 12-season MLB career with historic final start. Kirby Yates made his 518th MLB appearance, retiring after 12 seasons with 101 saves and a…
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## Final goodbye
Yates kissed his glove as he stepped back from the mound.
## Retirement moment
Yates retired after 12 seasons with 101 career saves.
## Historic start
Yates and Verlander became the first 39+ pitchers to share a final regular-season start.
## Career highlights
Yates earned two all-star nods and a 3.35 era with 101 saves in 2019.
## Family motivation
Yates wanted to play long enough for his children to see him on the field.

> they're a huge part of everything
## Final pitch
Yates recorded his 518th appearance with a strikeout of Dillon Dingler.
## Key takeaway

Kirby Yates made his 518th MLB appearance, retiring after 12 seasons with 101 saves and a 3.35 ERA.