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“Legends That Live”: Alex Rodriguez Joins MLB World After Yankees Retire Iconic Jersey No. 52

CC Sabathia’s path to becoming a New York Yankees legend came with plenty of uncertainty. In July 2008, the Cleveland Indians (now the Guardians) traded Sabathia to the Milwaukee Brewers in the final year of his contract. He entered free…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 3:50 PM
“Legends That Live”: Alex Rodriguez Joins MLB World After Yankees Retire Iconic Jersey No. 52
Key Things to Know
  • The New York Yankees retired CC Sabathia's No. 52 jersey and unveiled his Monument Park plaque.
  • Alex Rodriguez publicly congratulated his former teammate for joining Monument Park's legends.
  • Sabathia and Rodriguez won the 2009 World Series together with the New York Yankees.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The New York Yankees officially retired CC Sabathia's No. 52 jersey and unveiled his Monument Park plaque at Yankee Stadium. Former teammate Alex Rodriguez joined fans and baseball figures in congratulating the pitcher, celebrating Sabathia's induction into the franchise's storied park alongside fellow franchise icons.

Sabathia and Rodriguez were teammates on the Yankees' 2009 World Series championship team and played together through 2016. Former teammates Derek Jeter, Andy Pettitte, Dellin Betances, and Chris Young attended the ceremony honoring Sabathia, who retired in 2019 with 251 career wins.

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