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Veteran Pitcher Rich Hill Steps Back, Not Retiring
1/25/2026
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Story summary
- Rich Hill, a veteran pitcher with 21 MLB seasons, will not play in 2026, though he says it is not retirement.
- Hill reflected on his career during a podcast.
- He helped the Dodgers reach the World Series in 2017 and 2018.
- Hill played for the Cubs and Red Sox and was designated for assignment by the Kansas City Royals last July, marking the end of his playing career.
