A-Rod Says He Plans to Retire After 2017 Season

Alex Rodriguez.
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By Associated Press

March 23, 2016 at 7:05 PM UTC

Updated on

March 24, 2016 at 6:00 AM UTC

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Viera, Fla. (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez says he plans to retire from baseball after the 2017 season, when his $275 million, 10-year contract with the New York Yankees expires.

The 40-year-old slugger, fourth the career home-run list with 687, revealed his intentions Wednesday during an interview with ESPN. His plan was confirmed by spokesman Ron Berkowitz.