It's official: Mo the oldest pitcher in AL

February, 17, 2012
Feb 17
12:28
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With the retirement today of Tim Wakefield, Mariano Rivera assumes the distinction of being the oldest active pitcher in the American League at 42 years, three months. The remarkable Rivera, who posted 44 saves and a 1.91 ERA in 2011, is in the final year of his contract and has dropped hints this may be his last year, as well.
Wallace Matthews has covered New York sports since 1983 as a reporter, columnist, radio host and TV commentator. He covers the Yankees for ESPNNewYork.com after working for Newsday, the New York Post, the New York Sun and 1050 ESPN New York.
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