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New York Yankees Legend Alex Rodriguez Announces Retirement [VIDEO]

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David Hookstead Sports And Entertainment Editor
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New York Yankees baseball legend Alex Rodriguez has announcement his retirement from Major League Baseball.

Rodriguez announced the shocking news during an emotional Sunday press conference. (SLIDESHOW: These Barely Clothed Women Love Baseball)

“I love this game, and I love this team. And today I’m saying goodbye to both,” the World Series champion told the media.

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Rodriguez will go down in history for not only his accomplishments with the Yankees, but the fact that he is one of the highest paid athletes in the history of sports. (SLIDESHOW: Derek Jeter’s New Wife Loves Showing Off Skin)

He has earned more than $400 million throughout his 23-year career. His final game will be Friday.

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