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Javier Lopez showed signs of slowing down throughout the 2016 season and decided now was the right time for him to walk away from Major League Baseball.
Speaking to Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal, Lopez announced his decision to retire after 14 MLB seasons.
"More than anything, it’s just time," Lopez said. "It’s a young man’s game. Although I think I can compete, it’s getting harder and harder to get ready for spring. I’m looking forward to some other things in my life. We’ll see what they are.