Last Ride: Mariano Rivera announces retirement plans

The Yankees Hall of Fame closer, Mariano Rivera, has announced on Saturday that 2013 will be his final season. Mariano Rivera has been the Yankees closer since 1996 an will end his career in 2013.

Mariano Rivera announced his retirement after the 2013 season in front of family, ownership, coaches, teammates, and media on Saturday. The press conference was around 10:00 am at the Yankees spring training complex.

"It's not so easy when you come to a decision like this," Rivera stated. "But i would love to say it has been a privilege and honor to wear the pinstriped uniform that i have proudly worn for some many years in good times, great times. It has been wonderful."

What once was just another season for Rivera has turned into a touring and celebrating season.

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