After spending a decade in the MLB, free agent pitcher Nate Jones has decided to retire. Moments ago, Joe Speed of Sterling Sports Management announced that Jones is hanging up his cleats.
“It is bittersweet to announce that long time client and great friend Nate Jones is retiring from baseball,” Speed said. “Nate spent 9 plus years in the major leagues, mostly as a Chicago White Sox. Nate finishes his career w a 22-16 record and a 3.45 ERA. My best to Nate and Lacy and kids!”
Jones, 35, began his MLB career in 2012. He was selected by the Chicago White Sox in the fifth round of the 2007 MLB Draft.
During his rookie season, Jones had a 2.39 ERA and 8-0 record in 65 games. It was a tremendous start to the Kentucky native’s career.
It is bittersweet to announce that long time client and great friend Nate Jones is retiring from baseball. Nate spent 9 plus years in the major leagues, mostly as a Chicago White Sox. Nate finishes his career w a 22-16 record and a 3.45 ERA. My best to Nate and Lacy and kids!
— Joe Speed (@Joe_Speed7) August 19, 2021
Jones remained with the White Sox through the 2019 season. Over the course of his time with the franchise, he posted a 3.12 ERA, 318 strikeouts and a 22-13 record.
In 2020, Jones signed a minor-league deal with the Cincinnati Reds. He struggled in 21 appearances for the Reds that season. Eventually, the front office decided to designate him for assignment.
The Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Dodgers gave Jones a shot this season, but unfortunately he wasn’t able to return to his 2016 form.
Baseball fans around the country are wishing Jones all the best as he enters the next chapter of his life.
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