A Legacy Cemented in Monument Park

The New York Yankees have announced that the jersey number of Hall of Fame pitcher CC Sabathia, No. 52, will be officially retired on September 26th. A plaque in Sabathia’s honor will be dedicated at Monument Park prior to the Yankees’ game against the Baltimore Orioles.

Sabathia will grow the 24th player or manager to receive this honor from the Yankees organization, marking a significant recognition of his contributions to the team’s storied history.

Following in Legendary Company

Sabathia’s number retirement marks the first such ceremony for a Yankee since Paul O’Neill’s No. 21 was retired on August 21, 2022. Prior to O’Neill and Sabathia, 23 numbers had been retired by the Yankees, including No. 8, which is shared by both Yogi Berra and Bill Dickey.

He joins former teammates Derek Jeter (2), Andy Pettitte (46), Jorge Posada (20), and Mariano Rivera (42) as members of the 2009 World Series-winning team to have their numbers retired by the Yankees.

Sabathia’s Reaction

From the first number that hung in my locker to 52 forever hanging in Monument Park – this HOF journey has reach full circle. To have my number retired by the New York Yankees this year is one of the greatest honors of my life. The LegaCCy continues.

CC Sabathia via X (formerly Twitter)

A Career Defined by Excellence

Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2025, Sabathia spent 19 seasons in Major League Baseball, pitching for the Cleveland Indians, Milwaukee Brewers, and New York Yankees. He finished his career with a record of 251-161, a 3.74 ERA, and 3,093 strikeouts.

• Six-time All-Star
• 2007 American League Cy Young Award winner
• 2009 World Series Champion

FAQ

When will CC Sabathia’s number be retired?

September 26th.

How many Yankees players have had their numbers retired?

24, including CC Sabathia.

Where will the ceremony seize place?

At Yankee Stadium’s Monument Park before the game against the Baltimore Orioles.