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Naughton Retires at 28 Due to Injury | St. Louis Cardinals News
Lefty reliever Packy Naughton, just 28, is calling it quits after a season cut short by elbow injury — the same one that derailed his Cardinals bullpen dreams. Acquired from the Angels in 2022, he flashed elite stuff in 2023 with a career-high strikeout total, but his body ultimately betrayed him. After a valiant effort to earn a roster spot and a brief minor-league stint, Naughton says he gave everything he had — and it was time to walk away. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated…
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