JUPITER, Fla. — Back where it all began 21 years ago, Albert Pujols walked into the Cardinals' spring training clubhouse Monday morning, found his red No. 5 jersey hanging there for him, and began again.
The three-time MVP, franchise icon, and future Hall of Famer finalized a one-year deal to return to the Cardinals as their designated hitter.
He then confirmed he will retire at season's end.
"This is it for me," Pujols said. "This is my last run."
His close friend and teammate catcher Yadier Molina has also confirmed that he will retire after the 2022 season.