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MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / April 9
Yankees Birthday of the Day: David Robertson 
The New York Yankees have seen hundreds of hurlers walk through the clubhouse doors. Some stayed for a long time and continued long major league careers elsewhere, while others saw the flame of their professional baseball dreams burn out quickly.
New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 31
Ex-Yankees All-Star announces retirement after near two-decade career
Former New York Yankees All-Star reliever David Robertson announced his retirement from professional baseball on Friday, closing the book on a long Major League career of 17 seasons with eight teams.
Former Alabama Pitcher Retires After 17 Seasons in MLB: Roll Call
Former Alabama pitcher David Robertson has retired from baseball after 17 seasons in the MLB. The 40-year-old reliever tallied 1,176 strikeouts (407th all-time), 179 career saves (70th) and 206 career holds (sixth).
The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz
How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 30
Former Yankees All-Star announces his retirement from MLB
One veteran MLB reliever is ready to start sipping piña coladas. Right-hander David Robertson took to Instagram on Friday to officially announce his retirement from Major League Baseball.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / January 30
Former All-Star reliever David Robertson retires after 17 seasons
Reliever David Robertson has been one of the game's best relievers for 17 seasons and has now decided to call it a career.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 30
David Robertson Announces Retirement
Veteran reliever David Robertson has decided to hang up his spikes. He announced the decision on his personal social media pages, issuing the following statement: “I’ve decided it’s time for me to hang up my spikes and retire from the game I’ve loved for as long as I can remember.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / November 2
Stay or Go: Should Phillies Bring Back David Robertson?
The Philadelphia Phillies' midseason acquisitions in 2025 made it abundantly clear that they were incredibly uncomfortable with the state of their bullpen.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / October 8
Phillies Manager on Hot Seat, Top MLB Insider Claims
The Philadelphia Phillies' World Series hopes have taken a massive hit in recent days, dropping the first two games of the National League Division Series to the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / September 26
Phillies Achilles' heel heading into the postseason
The biggest question surrounding the Philadelphia Phillies heading into the postseason is, what will be the problem that affects them this time?
Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 23
Phillies Projected to Let Discouraging Midseason Signing Walk in Free Agency
The Philadelphia Phillies are headed into the playoffs hopeful to make a deep run this October and eventually come home with the World Series trophy after falling short for the last three years.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 30, 2025
Red Sox to extend Aroldis Chapman
The Red Sox have agreed to an extension with left-hander Aroldis Chapman that will keep the star reliever in town for the 2026 season, according to a report from Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / August 10, 2025
Multiple reinforcements are on their way for Phillies
The Phillies have taken hold of first place in the NL East, and some reinforcements are on the way that will try to help them secure the division title.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 10, 2025
Phillies call up veteran reliever David Robertson for playoff push
The Philadelphia Phillies reunited with veteran reliever David Robertson on Sunday, calling him up from Triple-A Lehigh Valley. The 40-year-old signed a one-year, $16 million pro-rated contract on July 20 and went to Lehigh Valley to get ready for his 2025 MLB debut.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 22, 2025
David Robertson's Debut Date for Phillies Revealed After $16 Million Decision
It's tough to say that the Philadelphia Phillies made the perfect decision when they went out and signed David Robertson on Sunday night. However, there's
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20, 2025
Phillies finally add a bullpen piece, but they still need more
The Philadelphia Phillies have kicked off their midseason mission of adding bullpen pieces by adding veteran reliever David Robertson.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20, 2025
Report: Phillies agree to deal with World Series-champion pitcher
The Philadelphia Phillies have made a notable upgrade to their bullpen as they look to position themselves for a postseason run.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 16, 2025
Texas Rangers News / Just Baseball / May 27, 2025
David Robertson Is an Excellent Fit For the Phillies’ Bullpen
Right around 10 days ago, the Philadelphia Phillies saw their bullpen take a massive hit when left-hander Jose Alvarado got nailed with an 80-game suspension for PEDs.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20, 2025
Phillies reached out to former All-Star closer before Jose Alvarado suspension
The Phillies bullpen took a huge hit over the weekend, as José Alvarado was hit with an 80-game suspension after a failed performance-enhancing drug test.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / March 19, 2025
Why haven’t the Braves signed free agent David Robertson?
If there’s one area that isn’t championship caliber in Atlanta, it’s the Braves bullpen. They tried to remedy the situation by signing old friend Craig Kimbrel, but nobody should kid themselves about what he can bring to Atlanta’s relief core.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 24, 2025
Chicago Cubs-David Robertson have discussed him returning for a 17th season
The Chicago Cubs have been in the mix for all reliever/closer options that includes the ageless David Robertson. He will be 40 years old in April this year and the current free agent has reportedly reached out about returning for a 17th season.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 29, 2024
'Ain't No Big Deal.' Robertson Unconcerned With Rangers Role
ARLINGTON — The strikezone keeps getting smaller and smaller, David Robertson said. The veteran reliever who signed a $10 million one-year deal with the Texas Rangers on Friday, wasn't complaining about MLB umpiring.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 25, 2024
Rangers bolster bullpen with former All-Star relief pitcher
He went 6-6 with a 3.03 ERA over 62 games last season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 28, 2023
Mets net strong return in David Robertson trade
Amid an incredibly disappointing season, the Mets officially began selling on Thursday night, shipping reliever David Robertson to the Marlins.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 28, 2023
Marlins strike a deal with division rival
Only half a game out of a wild card spot in the National League, the Miami Marlins made a trade Thursday evening with the New York Mets for reliever David Robertson.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 24, 2023
Mets' David Robertson 'not excited about' potential trade deadline deal
While Mets right-hander David Robertson is no stranger to getting dealt at the trade deadline, he's not keen on the prospect this season, even with New York's struggles so far.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 26, 2023
New York Mets: Stock up, stock down
The Mets are badly underperforming expectations in 2023. Here are four players who are trending up or down as the team looks to right the ship.
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