Former Cubs Standout Fowler Announces Retirement
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Dexter Fowler, a center fielder for the 2016 World Series champion Chicago Cubs, announced his retirement in a tweet sent Tuesday morning.
"It's here. I'm hanging up my cleats," Fowler wrote. "From an 18-year-old draft pick in Colorado to a ‘vet’ in Anaheim – there are a few things I will never forget – Getting THAT call to the big leagues in September 2008. Wow. My world was spinning. My first ‘you’ve been traded to Houston’ heart pounding call.
“The feeling of bliss while hearing the words ‘All-Star.’ Never knew what it felt like to be that guy! Forever grateful. Soaking wet and freezing on the field with tears in my eyes after winning the World Series in Chicago. The comfort of calling St. Louis home and being a Red Bird. Today is one of those moments where you metaphorically step down from your throne with a standing ovation, tip of the cap, and the world stops spinning. I'm mostly proud to look back at my career knowing that I played the game the right way and did my best to make a positive impact beyond the win.
“Denver, Houston, Chicago, St. Louis and Anaheim – my family, friends, teammates and staff. Thank you for 14 years. I gave you my all.
”Fowler hit .276 in 2016 and was selected to the National League All-Star team. He helped the Cubs win their first World Series in 108 years and even led off Game 7 with a home run.
It was a heck of a career and a special contribution to the Cubs. He'll forever be remembered fondly.
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