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Erik Swanson Retires After Seven Seasons in MLB

11/21/2025

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Story summary

Erik Swanson, a former pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners, announced his retirement from Major League Baseball after seven seasons on Instagram.
The 32-year-old Swanson was drafted by the Texas Rangers in 2014 and made his MLB debut in 2019 with the Mariners.
He posted a 11-16 record with a 4.20 ERA, including a 1.68 ERA in 2022, and was designated for assignment in June after struggling.

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Erik Swanson was selected by the Texas Rangers in the 2014 Major League Baseball Draft, marking the start of his professional career. Over seven seasons, he recorded an 11-16 win-loss record and a 4.20 ERA. His retirement highlights a trend of players struggling to maintain consistency in their careers, raising concerns about player development in the league.

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Story summary

Erik Swanson, a former pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners, announced his retirement from Major League Baseball after seven seasons on Instagram.
The 32-year-old Swanson was drafted by the Texas Rangers in 2014 and made his MLB debut in 2019 with the Mariners.
He posted a 11-16 record with a 4.20 ERA, including a 1.68 ERA in 2022, and was designated for assignment in June after struggling.

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