Cardinals’ Adam Wainwright Ends Season, Career

Cardinals’ Adam Wainwright Ends Season, Career
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright (50) waves to the crowd after being recognized for his upcoming retirement during the fourth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park in San Diego on Sept. 23, 2023. Ray Acevedo/USA TODAY Sports via Field Level Media
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St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Adam Wainwright, who earned his 200th career win last week, announced Tuesday that his 18-season career is done.

The 42-year-old veteran previously declared that 2023 would be his last season. His Tuesday statement merely ends his tenure days before the Cardinals close out their first losing season since 2007.