Jorge Posada Throws Ceremonial First Pitch

Aww! Welcome back Jorge Posada! Yankee fans got a treat when Jorge Posada returned to Yankee Stadium to be honored by his team. He got to throw the ceremonial first pitch of the season while his team stood behind him as a sign of respect. His father was on the receiving end of the pitch.

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Jorge Posada Announces His Retirement - Video

After 17 great years playing for the New York Yankees, Jorge Posada announced his retirement this morning following a press conference at Yankee Stadium. His decision came after fans wondered if Jorge would play for another team when his contract was up. An emotional Jorge told a packed room of reporters, family, friends, and teammates that he could never play for another team.

“I could never wear another uniform,” said Posada. “Being a part of seven World Series and having five rings was something I never imagined, and being a part [of] it was just priceless. I will forever be a Yankee.”

Check out the video of his announcement: 

A Look Back at Jorge Posada's Career

My New York heart is breaking. Jorge Posada is expected to make an announcement soon about his retirement from baseball. If the rumors are true, it seems Jorge would rather retire from baseball all together than play for another team. After spending 17 years with the same team, Jorge is a true Yankee. Man, I'm really going to miss the Core Four. Take a look at the highlights of Jorge's career here:

Jorge Posada Appreciation Post

We love you. You inspired the fans like never before this season. The odds were against you but you came back to kick some ass and prove exactly why you belong on the field. I never had a doubt you could. You never gave up and worked harder than ever. I can't contemplate the idea of you being in any other uniform. What would make me feel worse is if you didn't know how much the fans love you. If I could, I would go to wherever you are at this moment and give you the biggest hug I could muster. I hope I get to meet you one day so I can say this to your face.

Thank you for the last 17 seasons. Don't give up. Keep kickin' ass. Whatever decision you make, please continue to hang out with Andy Pettitte and be Silver Foxes together. We love you Jorgie.

Video of Jorge's exit interview from yesterday's game: