29-year-old right-handed pitcher Chad Cordero has retired, according to the St. Paul Saint's website. He had a strong start with the independent team, but he gave up nine runs in two innings of work in his final three appearances.
Cordero spent seven seasons in the Major Leagues with the Montreal Expos, Washington Nationals and the Seattle Mariners. He was a 2005 All-Star with the Nationals and led the league in saves with 47.
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