Talking Chop · Mar 12, 2021
Nick Markakis announces his retirement from MLB
Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty ImagesFormer Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis is calling it a career after 15 seasons in the Majors. Markakis told The Athletic’s Dan Connolly and David O’Brien that he made up his mind shortly after the 2020 postseason ended and that he plans to be a stay at home dad for his three sons.
“I just think it’s my time,” Markakis said. “My No. 1 decision and my main focus on this is obviously my kids and my family. I’ve been fortunate enough to do this for a very long time and not many people get to do what I’ve gone through. I’m thankful for every second and every minute.”