It is unbelievable, but today the greatest closer Mariano Rivera has announced officially that he is retiring from baseball. Â Rivera has only played for the Yankees and has the most saves of all time all with one pitch. Â His command was impeccable, especially in the postseason. Â He seemed unhittable when he was on the mound, but is was the way he showed in the biggest moments of his career that puts him above the rest. Â I cannot believe that this day has really come. Â I was four when he debuted and as a Mets fan, I always hated seeing him come into games, but ultimately always had respect for him. Â Mo will be the last active player to wear the number 42 which was retired around the league in Jackie Robinson’s honor.
