They currently hold a 7.0 game lead over the Seattle Mariners in the American League West. It’s a situation where there wasn’t anything he could do about it. Though it's not a retirement, his career is over and it was a damn good one. © 2020 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. I don't know what kind of person it would take to watch that video and not feel any shred of sorrow for Fielder. Fielder talked about his rehab, according to ESPN.com: Fielder said he is focused on healing after neck surgery and not worried about when he will play again for the Rangers. In fact, quality of life would appear to be an issue here, because later in the press conference, Fielder said he went through some tests and couldn't even walk in a straight line. While active MLB … It's a stark contrast from the last time we saw Fielder, when he appeared at a news conference in Arlington, Texas -- wearing a neck brace -- and cried when announcing his retirement at age 32… Mitch Moreland, who is hitting .286/.330/.407 and slugged 23 home runs last year, will likely spend most of the time at first base in Fielder's stead. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: mlb | pageType: stories | If he could, he would be here.". The biggest worry here, though, is Fielder's quality of life with his family moving forward. Here, we discuss what does injury entails. Prince Fielder is a six-time All-Star with 319 career home runs. The Texas Rangers and Fielder, 32, will hold a press conference Wednesday at Globe Life Park to announce he can no longer play after a second spinal fusion surgery on July 29 that already ended his 2016 season, according to a person with direct knowledge of the announcement told USA TODAY Sports. We bring sports news that matters to your inbox, to help you stay informed and get a winning edge. Prince Fielder, a six-time All-Star whose 319 career home runs match the total of his father, Cecil, likely has played his final game due to a chronic neck injury. "I think he’s disappointed that he can’t be here not only for this series but for his team. Will LA's Game 5 triumph supply the momentum needed to complete a comeback and return to the World Series? The most resent injury likely explains why Fielder was in the midst of his career worst season. It's too bad Fielder can't play the game he loves any longer, either. I'm trying to be a little smarter.". Bob Dutton of The News Tribune provides Fielder's status for today's game: Calvin Watkins of ESPN also had more from the team on how it will handle Fielder going forward: Rangers first baseman Prince Fielder was scratched from Wednesday's game against the Seattle Mariners with a herniated disc in his neck and team officials announced he won't make the trip to Detroit for the weekend series. But he feels normal. Saturday's lineup, via Sportsnet's Barry Davis, has Moreland at first, Alex Rios at DH and Michael Choice stepping in at right field. Flanked by his two sons and overcome by emotion, Prince Fielder announced his playing career was over on Wednesday, saying that doctors told … As of the opener of the four-game series, the Rangers are hoping that Fielder won’t become their 17th player to hit the disabled list this season. Richard Durrett Texas Rangers slugger Prince Fielder had cervical fusion of the C5-C6 discs in his neck on Tuesday in Dallas. The 12-year veteran has been forced to stop playing baseball due to having several vertebrae fused together in his neck. So calling it a retirement isn't technically correct. Players who retire forfeit the remainder of their contracts. "That's what got me in this situation now. He was wrong. "I've seen him and he's not going to take any swings. He has a .283 career batting average, .506 slugging percentage, .887 on-base plus slugging percentage and 1,028 RBI with the Milwaukee Brewers, Tigers and Rangers over 12 seasons. From the relative perspective of watching a great power hitter play baseball, it's a shame. When healthy, Fielder was and everyday first basemen and later designated hitter. Hopefully he'll be able to walk a straight line again. But I just want to heal first before I do anything. So, yes, this press conference was a bit different than a normal "retirement" farewell. A link has been sent to your friend's email address. A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Prince Fielder's pain in the neck Prince Fielder's season has been cut short due to a disc herniation in his neck, prompting surgery. Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about. "He could still fly here. "Worried about just actually letting it fuse and letting it heal. The Rangers were big players at the trade deadline to help ease the loss of Fielder and acquired catcher Jonathan Lucroy and outfielder Carlos Beltran. Who'd sign Alex Rodriguez after Yankee exit? section: | slug: prince-fielder-calls-it-a-career-due-to-injury-in-emotional-press-conference | sport: baseball | route: article_single.us | Jeff Wilson of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram has the news: "It’s part of what we deal with every day," Rangers general manager Jon Daniels said, via The Dallas Morning News' Evan Grant. In fact, quality of life … Not that it should matter, but he's one of the nicest people any of us would ever meet. Hopefully he'll be able to comfortably grow old and remain happy with his family. © 2004-2020 CBS Interactive. Fielder led the league in home runs, RBI and walks one time apiece and intentional walks twice. Coming over from Detroit in the trade for Ian Kinsler this winter, the left-handed slugger is hitting just .247/.360/.360 with three home runs in 178 plate appearances. But he feels normal. Fielder isn't expected to play again this season, but should be ready for spring training. Prince Fielder was forced to end his baseball career in August of 2016 after he underwent a second neck surgery in the span of 27 months. "I thought I was just gonna cry in the car," Prince Fielder said after several minutes of tear-filled words in a press conference Wednesday afternoon. "I'm motivated (to play), but I just want to heal first.
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