Jason Heyward Retires from Professional Baseball
Jason Heyward announced he will retire from professional baseball on March 27, 2026. He made the announcement during an appearance on MLB Network.
Heyward spent parts of 16 major league seasons as an outfielder. He is a five-time Gold Glove winner and a 2016 World Series champion.
On air, he said he plans to move to the other side of the game. He expressed a desire to mentor younger players and to find ways to give back.
Career highlights
- Parts of 16 seasons in the major leagues as an outfielder.
- Five Gold Glove awards for defensive excellence.
- Member of the 2016 World Series championship team.
Announcement and next steps
The retirement news was first reported by Steve Adams on March 27, 2026, at 11:29 a.m. CDT. Heyward thanked fans, teammates, coaches, staff and ownership for their support.
He said he looks forward to remaining involved as a mentor and fan. Filmogaz.com will provide further coverage and reaction as it develops.
