*I missed this sad event during off season simming somehow!
November 3rd, 2019
After an outstanding 14 year career, Matt Cain decides to retire. He finished his career with a near .500 record (110-115) with a career ERA of 3.59. Over his career he struck out 1,742 batters.
Matt, 35, was drafted by the San Francisco Giants in 2002 in the first round of the June Amateur Draft. He then was called up to the majors in 2005 where he made starts. The pitcher was invited to the All-Star Game in 2009, 2011 and 2002. He went to the World Series 3 times in 2010, 2012 and 2014 and was an integral part of the 2012 series in against the Detroit Tigers. Cain also had a perfect game against the Padres in 2013
"I'm going to miss this, all of this... This place has been my home for a long time. But it's time, I can feel, it just seems right. The last couple seasons I've had some injuries, my fast ball isn't what it used to be and I feel I've accomplished a lot. I talked to Skip about it and he told me when the time comes, I'd know when to hang it up. It's time" Said a teary eyed Matt Cain outside of the clubhouse this morning.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEAHkRhRfNc