Apr 9, 2019; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia waves to fans after batting practice before a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports
The fallout from Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia’s retirement
Dustin Pedroia fought as hard as he could for as long as he could. He spent the better part of the last three years rehabilitating a devastating knee injury but when each comeback attempt stalled in frustrating fashion, it was ultimately time for Pedroia to admit that his playing days are over.