Former Diamondbacks Star David Peralta Retires After 11 Seasons

Peralta won a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger award during his career.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 6:31pm

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David Peralta, a fan favorite who played nine seasons with the Arizona Diamondbacks, announced his retirement on Wednesday after an 11-year MLB career. Peralta, 38, hit .278 over his career and won a Silver Slugger award in 2018 and a Gold Glove in 2019 with the Diamondbacks.

Why it matters

Peralta was a key part of the Diamondbacks' lineup for nearly a decade, making him a beloved figure among the team's fanbase. His retirement marks the end of an era for the franchise as they look to rebuild for the future.

The details

Peralta, a native of Venezuela, made his MLB debut with the Diamondbacks in 2014 and had his best season in 2018 when he hit .293 with 30 home runs and 87 RBIs. He also played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Los Angeles Dodgers, and San Diego Padres late in his career before announcing his retirement.

  • Peralta announced his retirement on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
  • Peralta did not play in the 2025 MLB season.

The players

David Peralta

A 38-year-old outfielder who played 11 seasons in MLB, including 9 with the Arizona Diamondbacks where he won a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger award.

Arizona Diamondbacks

The MLB team that Peralta played for the majority of his career, where he was a fan favorite.

Tampa Bay Rays

One of the other MLB teams Peralta played for late in his career.

Los Angeles Dodgers

One of the other MLB teams Peralta played for late in his career.

San Diego Padres

One of the other MLB teams Peralta played for late in his career.

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What they’re saying

“Thank you to the Arizona Diamondbacks organization for making my dreams come true, believing in me and giving me the opportunity to play the best baseball in the world.”

— David Peralta (Social media)

The takeaway

Peralta's retirement marks the end of an era for the Diamondbacks, as he was a key part of the team's lineup for nearly a decade and a beloved figure among the fanbase. His career accomplishments, including a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger award, cement his legacy as one of the franchise's all-time greats.