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Edwin Jackson Retires After Playing for Record 14 Teams in 17 MLB Seasons

Edwin Jackson, who holds the MLB record with appearances for 14 different teams across 17 seasons, announced his retirement from baseball Friday night.

Jackson posted a statement on Instagram, saying, "This game has taught me many life lessons and allowed me to evolve into the person I am today!"

"19 years ago today I was blessed with an opportunity to tie up my laces and step on the field to make my debut with Los Angeles Dodgers...today I am happily hanging up my cleats and closing a 22-year baseball career," Jackson wrote.

The 39-year-old right-hander last pitched in the major leagues in 2019 with the Detroit Tigers.